(from per kg body weight, BSA and AUC)
Results:
Note- CT= Chemotherapy, Dose/kg= Dose per kilogram, AUC= Area under the curve, μmol/L- micromoles per liter, mg- miligram, eGFR= Estimated Glomerular filtration rate
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✅ Attributions and Disclaimers:
1. Medical Disclaimer:
This calculator is intended for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for individual patient care.
2. Source Attribution (Formulas):
- BSA Formula (Mosteller):
BSA (m²) = √[(height (cm) × weight (kg)) / 3600]
Source: Mosteller RD. Simplified calculation of body-surface area. N Engl J Med. 1987. - Calvert Formula for Carboplatin (AUC dosing):
Dose (mg) = Target AUC × (GFR + 25)
Source: Calvert AH, et al. Carboplatin dosage: prospective evaluation of a simple formula based on renal function. J Clin Oncol. 1989. - GFR estimation (e.g., Cockcroft-Gault Formula):
GFR (ml/min) = [(140 − age) × weight (kg)] / (72 × serum creatinine)
(×0.85 for females)
Source: Cockcroft DW, Gault MH. Prediction of creatinine clearance from serum creatinine. Nephron. 1976.
3. Units Disclaimer:
All units must be carefully verified by clinicians before application. Errors in unit conversion can result in incorrect dosing.
4. Responsibility Disclaimer:
The creators of this tool assume no responsibility for clinical decisions made using this calculator.
5. Author Credit:
Developed by Dr. Abani Kanta Nanda, Radiation Oncologist, with expertise in chemotherapy protocols and cancer treatment planning. https://drabanikantananda.com/
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