Oncology & Radiation Therapy
Centralized Chemotherapy Drug Preparation Unit
Pharmacy-controlled sterile compounding of chemotherapy in a closed system, with every dose verified before administration to protect patients and healthcare staff.
About this service
All chemotherapy administered at Mersin University Hospital is prepared in a centralized, pharmacy-controlled drug preparation unit rather than on the wards. Trained pharmacy personnel compound each infusion under sterile conditions in biological safety cabinets, using closed-system devices that prevent drug leakage and protect both patients and staff from exposure to hazardous medicines. Every order is checked against the physician's prescription, and each dose is individually verified for the correct drug, concentration, and patient before it leaves the unit. This centralized approach standardizes quality, reduces the risk of preparation errors, and ensures cytotoxic drugs are handled safely at every step. For patients receiving systemic cancer treatment, it means each cycle of therapy arrives accurately prepared, clearly labeled, and ready for safe administration.
Scope of services
- Sterile Chemotherapy Compounding
- Closed-System Drug Transfer
- Biological Safety Cabinet Preparation
- Prescription and Dose Verification
- Patient-Specific Labeling and Dispensing
- Safe Handling of Cytotoxic Medicines
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