Think Tank - October 23rd, 2026

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Biology, Prevention, and Management of Chemotherapy-Induced Neuropathy
Vikas Garg, MD
Windsor Regional Hospital

Chemotherapy‑induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a frequent and often persistent side effect of oxaliplatin and taxane treatment. This presentation introduces a research program at Windsor Regional Cancer Centre focused on improving CIPN prevention, early detection, and management. The team is developing a practical CIPN risk‑prediction model based on patient‑reported symptoms and treatment factors. They also plan a pilot feasibility trial testing peri‑infusion compression as an inexpensive, scalable prevention strategy. The presenter is seeking input to refine research questions and strengthen both the prediction model and trial design. He hopes to connect with multidisciplinary collaborators interested in CIPN, symptom management, oncology nursing, rehabilitation, and community‑based cancer research.

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