Effects of Boron-Based Gel on Radiation-Induced Dermatitis in Breast Cancer: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Aim: This study is aimed to evaluate the effects of boron on radiation-induced skin reactions (RISR) in breast cancer patients. Material and methods: After 47 patients with invasive ductal carcinoma underwent radiotherapy, 23 (49%) received a boron-based gel, and 24 (51%) received placebo. Assessmen...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2017-05-01
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Series: | Journal of Investigative Surgery |
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Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/08941939.2016.1232449 |