A Review of the Use of Topical Calendula in the Prevention and Treatment of Radiotherapy-Induced Skin Reactions
Calendula is a topical agent derived from a plant of the marigold family Calendula Officinalis. Containing numerous polyphenolic antioxidants, calendula has been studied in both the laboratory and clinical setting for the use in treating and preventing radiation induced skin toxicity. Despite strong...
Main Authors: | Joyson Kodiyan, Kyle T. Amber |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2015-04-01
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Series: | Antioxidants |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/4/2/293 |
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