{Reference Type}: Journal Article {Title}: 2023 Japan Society of clinical oncology clinical practice guidelines update for antiemesis. {Author}: Iihara H;Abe M;Wada M;Iino K;Akechi T;Imamura CK;Okuyama A;Ozawa K;Kim YI;Sasaki H;Satomi E;Takeda M;Tanaka R;Nakajima TE;Nakamura N;Nishimura J;Noda M;Hayashi K;Higashi T;Boku N;Matsumoto K;Matsumoto Y;Okita K;Yamamoto N;Aogi K; {Journal}: Int J Clin Oncol {Volume}: 29 {Issue}: 7 {Year}: 2024 Jul 16 {Factor}: 3.85 {DOI}: 10.1007/s10147-024-02535-x {Abstract}: BACKGROUND: The Japan Society of Clinical Oncology Clinical Practice Guidelines for Antiemesis 2023 was extensively revised to reflect the latest advances in antineoplastic agents, antiemetics, and antineoplastic regimens. This update provides new evidence on the efficacy of antiemetic regimens.
METHODS: Guided by the Minds Clinical Practice Guideline Development Manual of 2017, a rigorous approach was used to update the guidelines; a thorough literature search was conducted from January 1, 1990, to December 31, 2020.
RESULTS: Comprehensive process resulted in the creation of 13 background questions (BQs), 12 clinical questions (CQs), and three future research questions (FQs). Moreover, the emetic risk classification was also updated.
CONCLUSIONS: The primary goal of the present guidelines is to provide comprehensive information and facilitate informed decision-making, regarding antiemetic therapy, for both patients and healthcare providers.