Chemotherapy given by catheter or port into the spinal fluid is called intrathecal (IT) administration.
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Intrathecal injection is directed into the space surrounding the spinal cord, known as the intrathecal space. This route allows direct delivery of medication into the cerebrospinal fluid for effective distribution to the central nervous system.
The intrathecal space is located within the spinal canal, which surrounds the spinal cord and is filled with cerebrospinal fluid. It plays a crucial role in protecting the spinal cord from damage and providing buoyancy and nutrients to the neural tissues.
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Certain chemotherapy drugs can penetrate the blood-brain barrier, including temozolomide, a standard treatment for glioblastoma, and carmustine, which is often used for brain tumors. Other agents like methotrexate and cytarabine may also reach the central nervous system to some extent, especially when used in high doses or via intrathecal administration. Additionally, some newer targeted therapies and immunotherapies are being developed to improve drug delivery to the brain.
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Chemotherapy is not a diagnosis. Chemotherapy is a treatment
Chemotherapy given by intramuscular injection is absorbed into the blood more slowly than IV chemotherapy. Because of this, the effects of IM chemotherapy may last longer than chemotherapy given intravenously.
Chemotherapy can be harmful to a fetus. Consult your doctor if you are on chemotherapy and suspect you might be pregnant.