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1. Podcast Description:

Join Eoin Tabb on the Irish Haematology Oncology Podcast for a deep dive into renal impairment in cancer patients. We'll break down the vital functions of your kidneys, how we measure their health with eGFR, and why this is crucial when planning chemotherapy. Whether you're a new healthcare professional or a seasoned expert, this episode is packed with insights on how to navigate the complexities of chemo dosing when kidneys aren't functioning at their best. Tune in to learn how to keep your patients safe and optimize their treatment outcomes!

2. Podcast Show Notes:

In this episode, we discuss:

• The Many Roles of Your Kidneys: Waste removal, fluid balance, blood pressure control, red blood cell production, and bone health.
• The Nephron: Your Kidney's Filtration Powerhouse: Glomerulus and tubule explained.
• Understanding Renal Impairment: Chronic vs. acute kidney injury, cancer-related causes, and chemo toxicity.
• eGFR: Your Kidney Speed Limit: What it measures, how it's calculated, and what the numbers mean.
• Chemo Drugs and Kidney Function: Kidney superstars, moderates, and independent drugs.
• Pharmacists: Your Medication Safety Guardians: The importance of dose adjustments and ongoing monitoring.
• Carboplatin Dosing: A Calculated Approach: The Calvert equation, CKD-EPI, and why precision matters.
• Beyond Dose Adjustments: Holistic approaches to managing renal impairment in cancer patients.

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