Management of cancer emergencies varies depending on the type and severity of the emergency:
For febrile neutropenia, antibiotics and supportive care are typically administered. Spinal cord compression may require corticosteroids, radiation therapy, or surgical intervention. Superior vena cava syndrome might be treated with steroids, radiation, or stenting. Hypercalcemia is managed with intravenous fluids, bisphosphonates, and sometimes dialysis. Tumor lysis syndrome requires aggressive hydration, monitoring of electrolytes, and sometimes dialysis.
