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Oral microbial influences on oral mucositis during radiotherapy treatment of head and neck cancer.

Anna VestyKim GearKristi BiswasBrett Wagner MackenzieMichael W TaylorRichard G Douglas
Published in: Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (2019)
Our findings support previously hypothesized associations between oral health and the pathogenesis of OM, highlighting the importance of oral health interventions for head and neck cancer patients.
Keyphrases
  • oral health
  • radiation induced
  • early stage
  • microbial community
  • physical activity
  • radiation therapy
  • squamous cell carcinoma
  • locally advanced