A prospective randomized study comparing the efficacy between povidone-iodine gargling and benzydamine hydrochloride for mucositis prevention in head and neck cancer patients receiving concurrent chemoradiotherapy

A prospective randomized study comparing the efficacy between povidone-iodine gargling and benzydamine hydrochloride for mucositis prevention in head and neck cancer patients receiving concurrent chemoradiotherapy

Background: Concurrent chemoradiation (CCRT) has been the standard treatment for organ preservation or locally advanced head and neck cancer (LAHNC). Radiation-induced oral mucositis (RIOM) is an important treatment-limiting toxicity. Benzydamine hydrochloride was recommended to prevent oral mucosit...

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Main Authors: Danita Kannarunimit, Attapol Chotirut, Anussara Prayongrat, Nussara Pakvisal, Piyada Sitthideatphaiboon, Chawalit Lertbutsayanukul, Sarin Kitpanit, Chakkapong Chakkabat, Chanida Vinayanuwattikun
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-04-01
Series:Heliyon
Subjects:
Povidone-iodine gargling
Benzydamine hydrochloride
Oral rinse
Chemoradiotherapy
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844023026440

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