Radiotherapy: skin side effects
Radiotherapy: skin side effects Radiotherapy-induced skin lesions represent a common challenge in oncological patients. However, there are therapeutic approaches available to mitigate cutaneous side effects and improve patients’ quality of life. ...
Preventing and Managing Radiodermatitis
Preventing and Manageing Radiodermatitis Radiodermatitis refers to skin reactions caused by exposure to ionizing radiation. It is a significant side effect in oncology patients undergoing radiotherapy. But how can radiation dermatitis be prevented and treated? Key...
Oncologic Therapies and Cutaneous Toxicity
Oncologic Therapies and Cutaneous Toxicity Cancer is a disease fundamentally caused by genetic alterations that lead to uncontrolled cellular proliferation. Consequently, chemotherapeutic and/or biological agents aim to eliminate the malignant cells by interfering...