Mucositis prevention by improved dental care in acute leukemia patients

Djuric, M.; Hillier-Kolarov, V; Belić, A; Janković, Ljiljana

doi:10.1007/s00520-005-0867-7

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“…These patients present additional complex care needs due to both the primary cancer and the medical complexities during survivorship, potentially with high risk of multiple oral/dental problems and therapy-related oral complications. Oral/dental care before, during, and following cancer therapy requires coordination with the medical providers, as oral disease may affect the timing and efficacy of cancer therapy and, conversely, cancer therapy may affect the feasibility and outcomes of dental treatment [2,5,[7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18].…”

Section: General Considerations In Cancer Therapy and Impact On Oral mentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Oral compromise during cancer therapy, including mucositis, infection, hyposalivation, taste change, and pain, can be significant [5,7,9]. These side effects and toxicities can alter all aspects of oral and oropharyngeal functions affecting diet (taste, dry mouth, chewing, and swallowing) and therefore nutrition.…”

Section: Oral Complications Of Cancer Therapymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Furthermore, speech, ability to maintain oral hygiene, wearing dental prostheses, and appearance may negatively influence oral health, social, and emotional wellness [2,[19][20][21][22]. These side effects may also affect the ability to deliver cancer therapy as planned and thus, systemic health, outcomes of cancer therapy, and the cost of care [2,5,9,20,[22][23][24][25][26][27][28][29][30][31][32][33][34][35][36][37][38][39][40].…”

Section: Oral Complications Of Cancer Therapymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…With timely and effective care of acute oral complications, completion of planned cancer treatment protocols can be supported for best outcomes, including improved cure rates [5,14,22,24,27,29]. Unfortunately, cancer patients often have suboptimal oral health prior to cancer diagnosis [9,[54][55][56] and, therefore, are at increased risk for odontogenic (potentially life-threatening) infections during cytotoxic therapy. They may also have an increased risk for mucositis [9,5,55].…”

Section: Oral Care Principlesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Unfortunately, cancer patients often have suboptimal oral health prior to cancer diagnosis [9,[54][55][56] and, therefore, are at increased risk for odontogenic (potentially life-threatening) infections during cytotoxic therapy. They may also have an increased risk for mucositis [9,5,55].…”

Section: Oral Care Principlesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Appropriate and necessary oral care for people with cancer: guidance to obtain the right oral and dental care at the right time

Epstein

Güneri

Barasch

2014

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Purpose The identification of experienced and knowledgeable dental specialists to provide appropriate oral care for cancer patients, as well as the integration of this care within general oncology management, may be a challenge. This paper discusses the general and additional requirements for dental care providers to support the cancer patient and provide prevention and/or treatment for oral complications of cancer therapy. Methods We performed a literature review of specific issues regarding the oral cavity and adjacent structures in the cancer patient, including detection and early diagnosis of oral malignancy. We incorporated the systemic effects of cancer and its therapy that affect oral disease and treatment. We present a summary of how to seek expert dental care for cancer patients and for referral from the dental and medical community. Results Due to the complexity conferred by the disease and its treatment, cancer patients require educated, experienced dentists for treatment and/or prevention of oral-related morbidity. Correct diagnosis and evidence-based prophylactic and therapeutic oral care can significantly improve patient quality of life and reduce morbidity and healthcare costs. Conclusions The knowledge and expertise of dental professionals regarding prevention/treatment of complications and secondary malignant lesions in cancer patients are critical. Integration of oral care with the oncology care and in survivors requires effective communication between dental and medical providers beginning ideally at diagnosis. These clinicians may be identified at the cancer center, nearby hospital dental programs, and, less commonly, in the community.

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Section: General Considerations In Cancer Therapy and Impact On Oral mentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Oral Complications Of Cancer Therapymentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Oral Complications Of Cancer Therapymentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Oral Care Principlesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Oral Care Principlesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Appropriate and necessary oral care for people with cancer: guidance to obtain the right oral and dental care at the right time

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Barasch

2014

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Interventions for preventing oral mucositis for patients with cancer receiving treatment

Worthington

Clarkson

Eden

2007

Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews

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Interventions for preventing oral mucositis for patients with cancer receiving treatment

Worthington

Clarkson

Bryan

et al. 2010

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BackgroundTreatment of cancer is increasingly more effective but is associated with short and long term side effects. Oral side effects remain a major source of illness despite the use of a variety of agents to prevent them. One of these side effects is oral mucositis (mouth ulcers). ObjectivesTo evaluate the effectiveness of prophylactic agents for oral mucositis in patients with cancer receiving treatment, compared with other potentially active interventions, placebo or no treatment.

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Mucositis prevention by improved dental care in acute leukemia patients

Abstract: We conclude that proper dental care and preventive measures both before and during chemotherapy can be beneficial to these patients.

Cited by 56 publications

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Appropriate and necessary oral care for people with cancer: guidance to obtain the right oral and dental care at the right time

Appropriate and necessary oral care for people with cancer: guidance to obtain the right oral and dental care at the right time

Interventions for preventing oral mucositis for patients with cancer receiving treatment

Interventions for preventing oral mucositis for patients with cancer receiving treatment

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