The effect of conditioning regimen and prescribed medications on hyposalivation in haematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) patients: an 18-month prospective longitudinal study
Marjolein S. Bulthuis,
Lucky L. A. van Gennip,
Renske Z. Thomas
et al.
Abstract:Objectives
Haematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) preceded by a conditioning regimen is an established treatment option for (non)malignant haematologic disorders. We aim to describe the development of hyposalivation over time in HCT recipients, and determine risk indicators.
Materials and methods
A multi-centre prospective longitudinal observational study was conducted. Unstimulated (UWS) and stimulated (SWS) whole saliva was collected before HCT, early… Show more
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