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Review
. 2004 Feb;20(1):3-10.
doi: 10.1053/j.soncn.2003.10.002.

Scope and epidemiology of cancer therapy-induced oral and gastrointestinal mucositis

Elenir B C Avritscher  1 , Catherine D Cooksley, Linda S Elting
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Scope and epidemiology of cancer therapy-induced oral and gastrointestinal mucositis

Elenir B C Avritscher et al. Semin Oncol Nurs. 2004 Feb.

Abstract

Objective: To discuss the scope and epidemiology of cancer therapy-induced mucositis.

Data source: Peer-reviewed articles and book chapters.

Conclusion: Mucositis is a frequent and costly complication of cancer treatment. The risk of cancer therapy-induced mucositis varies depending on a number of patient- and treatment-related factors.

Implications for nursing practice: An awareness of the risk factors associated with mucositis will allow nurses to identify cancer patients at greatest risk and incorporate supportive care measures into their management plans.

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