Asco Guidelines Podcast Series

Appropriate Systemic Therapy Dosing for Obese Adult Patients with Cancer Guideline Update

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An interview with Dr. Jennifer Griggs from University of Michigan and Dr. Gary Lyman from Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center & University of Washington, co-chairs on “Appropriate Systemic Therapy Dosing for Obese Adult Patients with Cancer: ASCO Guideline Update.” This guideline updates recommendations on appropriate dosing of systemic antineoplastic agents – including cytotoxic chemotherapy, checkpoint inhibitors, and targeted therapies – for obese adults with cancer. Read the full guideline at www.asco.org/supportive-care-guidelines.   TRANSCRIPT [MUSIC PLAYING] SPEAKER: The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. This is not a substitute for professional medical care and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of individual conditions. Guests on this podcast express their own opinions, experience, and conclusions. The mention of any product, service, organization, activity, or therapy should not be construed as an ASCO endorsement.   BRITTANY HARVEY: Hello, and welcome to