In November, NICE denied payment for a higher-than-standard dose of Glivec (Gleevec in the U.S.) for gastrointestinal stromal tumors, although some patients (14%, according to the manufacturer of the drug) would benefit from the higher dosage.

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The standard adopts the effective dose definitions of NCRP 116, which is compatible with ICRP 60.

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The high dose MIBG was combined with more standard chemotherapy treatment.

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The coroner's court heard they were put on to a ventilator and given a dose of morphine, which was standard practice, but there was confusion over the exact amount that should be administered.

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