The effect of recombinant human epidermal growth factor on radiation dermatitis in rectal and anal cancer patients: a self-controlled study

Abstract Background Our previous study reported that recombinant human epidermal growth factor (rhEGF)-triggered EGFR internalization promoted radioresistance. Here, we aimed to evaluate the effect of rhEGF on the skin protection of rectal and anal cancer patients receiving radiotherapy. Methods One...

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Main Authors: Shuai Liu, Yun-Long Wang, Shu-Ting Shi, Guang-Dong Zeng, Yi-Wen Song, Xiao-Dong Zhang, Jian Zheng, Xin-Juan Fan, Yan-Ping Liu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-11-01
Series:BMC Cancer
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12885-022-10226-x