Evolution of radiation-induced dermatitis treatment

• Published in: Clinical & translational oncology Vol. 26; no. 9; pp. 2142 - 2155
• Main Authors: Guangmei, Deng, Weishan, He, Wenya, Liu, Fasheng, Wu, Jibing, Chen
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 01.09.2024
• Subjects: Medicine; Medicine & Public Health; Oncology; Review Article; Topical corticosteroids; Topical treatment; Natural agents; Radiation-induced skin reactions; Miscellaneous agent; Radiotherapy; Topical nonsteroidal agents

Radiation-induced skin damage (RID) is the most prevalent, significant side effect of radiotherapy (RT). Nearly 95% of patients experience moderate to severe skin reactions after receiving radiation therapy. However, criteria for acute radiation dermatitis (ARD) treatment remain unavailable. Topical...