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Oral Mucositis Induced by Radiation/chemotherapy; Challenges in Therapeutic Implications and Future Prospects

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Oral mucositis (OM) is a common and debilitating side effect of cancer treatments, primarily chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Inflammation of the oral mucosa leads to various severe outcomes, which affect the quality of life in patients. Sometimes, inhibition of treatment may be necessary, which may lead to insubstantial evasion of cancer therapy. The review article discusses current prevention and management techniques, such as oral hygiene protocols, cryotherapy, low-level laser therapy, and pharmacological interventions, including palifermin. It also comments on the risk factors that include the type of cancer, treatment protocols, and patient-related factors. It finally speaks about the clinical and economic impact of OM in the treatment of cancer and healthcare systems.

Source: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research

DOI: 10.22159/ajpcr.2025v18i3.53766

Authors: PRADEEP JS Js, JEY KUMAR PACHIYAPPAN, JAGAN SENTHILKUMAR, ROSHAN TEJ SEKAR, KOUSALYA SELVARAJ

Institution: JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research

Language: English

Topic: Oral health in cancer treatment

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Department of Science and Technology, Ministry of Science and Technology, India