Systemic Treatment Regimens During COVID-19
During the pandemic, use ST-QBP approved evidence-informed regimens, if possible. When determining the most appropriate treatment regimen for a patient, be sure to carefully analyze and consider the following in a multidisciplinary setting:
- individual patient factors
- available resources
- risks versus benefits
Changes to ST-QBP regimens may be considered if there is a need to:
- reduce hospital visits (due to reduced resources and to lower patient exposure to COVID-19)
- provide alternative treatment options if other modalities are not available (i.e. surgery or radiation)
- reduce the risk of toxicities (such as severe immunosuppression) that would require medical attention
Contact the Drug Formulary team for details about changes to ST-QBP regimens that may be considered during the pandemic.