Use of Rasburicase (Elitek®) For Treatment of Tumor Lysis Syndrome

In an effort to promote higher quality patient care NCODA created the NCODA Positive Quality Intervention (PQI) as a peer-reviewed clinical guidance resource for healthcare providers. By providing Quality Standards and effective practices around a specific aspect of cancer care, PQIs equip the entire multidisciplinary care team with a sophisticated yet concise resource for managing patients receiving oral or IV oncolytics. This PQI in Action is a follow up to the Use of Rasburicase (ELITEK®) for Treatment of Tumor Lysis Syndrome PQI and explores how the Medically Integrated Teams at Southern Oncology Specialists and St. Elizabeth Healthcare incorporate PQIs as part of their daily workflow. This article will discuss how utilizing the Use of Rasburicase (ELITEK®) for Treatment of Tumor Lysis Syndrome PQI elevates patient care.