Coconut Oil as a Novel Approach to Managing Radiation-Induced Xerostomia: A Primary Feasibility Study.

Alexandra E QuimbyDebora HoganDiana KhalilMatthew HearnColette NaultStephanie Johnson-Obaseki

Published in: International journal of otolaryngology (2020)

The use of coconut oil as a treatment strategy for xerostomia post-HNC radiation is feasible, inexpensive, and safe. This study demonstrates that there may be a group of HNC patients that benefit from its use.

Keyphrases

radiation induced
end stage renal disease
radiation therapy
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
fatty acid
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
combination therapy
smoking cessation