ArticleReports of practical oncology and radiotherapy : journal of Greatpoland Cancer Center in Poznan and Polish Society of Radiation Oncology
Patients' view of the differences in topical creams for radiation dermatitis prevention. A pilot study of cosmetic properties.
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- Effect of hyaluronic acid on radiodermatitis in patients with breast cancer: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2022Pooled it
- Clinical Effect of Moisturized Skin Care on Radiation Dermatitis of Head and Neck Cancer.In vivo (Athens, Greece)Article
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Abstract
aimTo investigate the feasibility of including patients' reports on the cosmetic properties of topical formulations for acute radiation dermatitis (ARD).
backgroundNo topical agent tested for acute radiation dermatitis (ARD) has proven to be better than any other, all achieving similar objective outcomes. No clear guidelines have therefore been established in clinics. Because the vehicle for such creams has shown to be an important factor in patient adherence to treatments in other dermatological diseases, patients' opinions are evaluated. MATERIAL AND
methodsSeventy breast cancer patients referred for postoperative radiotherapy after conservative surgery were enrolled. Patients were assigned to use one of the 7 topical agents that are most-commonly used in the prevention of ARD. Patients' reports were assessed using continuous visual analogue scales (VAS), objective signs and symptoms produced by ARD, and were rated using the RTOG and RISRAS scales.
resultsThe creams tested differed in their cosmetic properties significantly (
conclusionsTopical agents for preventive ARD are reported by patients to show different cosmetic properties. Cosmetic properties are important when choosing topical agents for ARD prevention. Recommending those with better cosmetic profiles would improve patient adherence to treatments.
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