Low-energy laser in the management of radiation-induced oral mucositis: report of two cases

Authors

  • Natalie Kelner Mestranda em Odontologia da UFPE; Professor Substituto da Disciplina de Patologia Oral da UFPE.
  • Jurema Freire Lisboa de Castro Professor Adjunto da Disciplina de Patologia Oral da UFPE; Doutora em Estomatologia pela UFPB/UFBA. Projeto aprovado pelo CNPq, segundo processo 403443/2002-0 modalidade APQ, realizado no Hospital do Câncer de Pernambuco; Parte da dissertação de Mestrado.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32635/2176-9745.RBC.2007v53n1.1825

Keywords:

Mucositis, Low-energy laser, Radiotherapy

Abstract

Oral mucositis is a common, dose-limiting, and potentially serious complication of cancer therapy. Severe mucositis can lead to modifications of treatment planning and even suspension of therapy, with a negative impact on local tumor control and patient survival, increasing the risk of local and systemic infections. The lesions generally develop in non-keratinized mucosa, which is most vulnerable to this complication. Symptoms can range from a burning sensation to severe pain that impairs nutrient and fluid intake. Low-energy laser has been proposed for treatment of mucositis, with good clinical and functional results, accelerating the healing process and decreasing the pain. The aim of this article, illustrated by two clinical cases at the Pernambuco Cancer Hospital in Recife, Brazil, was to report on the efficacy of low-energy laser in the management of radiation-induced oral mucositis.

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Published

2007-03-30

How to Cite

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Kelner N, Castro JFL de. Low-energy laser in the management of radiation-induced oral mucositis: report of two cases. Rev. Bras. Cancerol. [Internet]. 2007 Mar. 30 [cited 2024 Dec. 19];53(1):29-33. Available from: https://rbc.inca.gov.br/index.php/revista/article/view/1825

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CASE REPORT

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