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Review
. 2004 Feb;20(1):53-8.
doi: 10.1053/j.soncn.2003.10.009.

Novel therapies

Douglas E Peterson  1 , Susan L Beck, Dorothy M K Keefe
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Review

Novel therapies

Douglas E Peterson et al. Semin Oncol Nurs. 2004 Feb.

Abstract

Objective: To highlight selected research directed to new drug and device technologies to manage mucositis in cancer patients and to illustrate potential impact of successful therapies.

Data sources: Published research articles and abstracts, clinical experience.

Conclusion: Advances in molecular modeling of mucosal injury in cancer patients have created new opportunities for therapy. Research is analyzing the impact of single-agent interventions; varying degrees of efficacy are being reported. Once optimal dosing strategies for single-agent management are defined, the opportunity for multi-agent therapies will emerge.

Implications for nursing practice: The oncology nurse plays a pivotal role in assessing and managing mucositis in cancer patients.

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