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  • Title: Oral mucositis. A complication of radiotherapy.
    Author: Rider CA.
    Journal: N Y State Dent J; 1990 Nov; 56(9):37-9. PubMed ID: 1701229.
    Abstract:
    Oral mucositis is a complication of head and neck radiotherapy. It is understood what causes the inflammation and what biological tissue changes occur, however, a definite cure for oral mucositis has not yet been found. Supportive treatments, analgesics, antimicrobials and anti-inflammatory agents have been prescribed, none of which has been a thorough measure of treatment. An effective cure for oral mucositis is still in the midst of scientific research. In the interim local palliative treatments will help to alleviate the patients', debilitating symptoms.
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