Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5699649 | Clinical Oncology | 2009 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Radiation-induced xerostomia is highly prevalent among patients treated for head and neck cancers. Consequently, survivors experience associated long-term toxicities that may be grouped as xerostomia syndrome: dry mouth, sore throat, altered taste, dental decay, changes in voice quality and impaired chewing and swallowing function. We present a review of published studies describing and reporting xerostomia and discuss advances made in the prevention and treatment of this common toxicity.
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Authors
S.A. Bhide, A.B. Miah, K.J. Harrington, K.L. Newbold, C.M. Nutting,