What Cancer Treatments are Associated with Interstitial Pneumonitis?
Several cancer treatments have been linked to the development of IP. These include:
1. Chemotherapy: Drugs such as bleomycin, methotrexate, and cyclophosphamide are known to cause lung toxicity. 2. Radiation Therapy: Radiation to the chest area, particularly in cases of lung cancer or breast cancer, can lead to radiation pneumonitis. 3. Immunotherapy: Novel treatments like checkpoint inhibitors (e.g., nivolumab, pembrolizumab) have been associated with immune-related adverse events, including IP.
