MUC5B levels in submandibular gland saliva of patients treated with radiotherapy for head-and-neck cancer: A pilot study

MUC5B levels in submandibular gland saliva of patients treated with radiotherapy for head-and-neck cancer: A pilot study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The salivary mucin MUC5B, present in (sero)mucous secretions including submandibular gland (SMG) saliva, plays an important role in the lubrication of the oral mucosa and is thought to be related to the feeling of dry mouth. We inves...

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Main Authors: Dijkema Tim, Terhaard Chris H J, Roesink Judith M, Raaijmakers Cornelis P J, van den Keijbus Petra A M, Brand Henk S, Veerman Enno C I
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-06-01
Series:Radiation Oncology
Subjects:
Xerostomia
Head-and-neck cancer
Radiotherapy
MUC5B
Mucin
Submandibular gland
Online Access:http://www.ro-journal.com/content/7/1/91

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