Radiation-induced nausea and vomiting in adults

eviQ, 2010

Radiation therapy can cause nausea and vomiting via mechanisms similar to cytotoxic drugs. Radiotherapy centres usually have their own guidelines for managing this complication.

The risk of radiation-induced nausea and vomiting depends on patient-specific risk factors and the radiation regimen. The eviQ website contains detailed guidance on assessment and management of radiation-induced nausea and vomiting.