Equivalent Chemotherapy Efficacy Against Leukemia in Mice Treated With Topical Vasoconstrictors to Prevent Cancer Therapy Side Effects

    February 2016 in “ International Journal of Cancer ”
    Amanda Graul‐Conroy, Emily J. Hicks, William E. Fahl
    Studysummary In this mouse study, applying a vasoconstrictor before chemotherapy did not create a leukemia sanctuary or significantly impact survival outcomes, suggesting it may not interfere with leukemia treatment.
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