Oral complications of cancer treatment
Ogunyinka, A.
African Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences 28(3-4): 203-205
1999
ISSN/ISBN: 0309-3913 PMID: 11205833 Document Number: 501682
This report describes the oral complications that may occur in patients who have undergone radiotherapy of the head and neck for the treatment of cancer. It highlights modalities available for reducing and managing these treatment-related consequences. It also discusses the difficulties encountered by the dental health professional providing care for these patients.