Effects of topical polydeoxyribonucleotide on radiation-induced oral mucositis

Introduction: Oral mucositis, the most common adverse effect of radiotherapy (RT) and/or chemotherapy is observed in almost 97% of patients with head and neck cancer. Although several agents like corticosteroids, lidocaine and vitamins are available for its prevention or management, results are ofte...

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Main Authors: Anna M. Podlesko, Nicola Ramacciati, Serenella Panzolini, Simonetta Saldi, Serenella Fiorucci, Daniela Pierini, Marina Mancini, Maria S. Merolla, Valentina Lancellotta, Cynthia Aristei
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2018-09-01
Series:Technical Innovations & Patient Support in Radiation Oncology
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405632417300252