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Authors :
Wan-Yim Ip
Joel B. Epstein
H. L. Yuen
Rever Chak-ho Li
William B. Goggins
Karis Kin Fong Cheng
David R. Thompson
Lee
Source :
Hong Kong medical journal = Xianggang yi xue za zhi. 20(1)
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

1. Oral mucositis (OM) is common among paediatric patients receiving chemotherapy.2. Paediatric patients who are neutropaenic, with high levels of anxiety, or with a history of OM have a greater risk and an earlier onset of OM.3. OM has negative effects on clinical outcomes and the patient’s life, including on oral function and quality of life.

Details

ISSN :
10242708
Volume :
20
Issue :
1
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Hong Kong medical journal = Xianggang yi xue za zhi
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....aaad8adb9cf797e61b10ced13111dbf8