Effect of irradiation with red and infrared laser in the treatment of oral mucositis

Effect of irradiation with red and infrared laser in the treatment of oral mucositis

Oral mucositis (OM) is considered the cause of high morbidity and one of the main side effects of chemotherapy for antineo-plastic treatment. The aim of this study was to verify the efficacy of 660 nm laser associated with 780 nm laser in reducing the severity of OM, and the impact of this reduction...

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Veröffentlicht in:Lasers in medical science 2012-11, Vol.27 (6), p.1233
Hauptverfasser: Cunha, C B, Eduardo, F P, Zezell, D M, Bezinelli, L M, Shitara, P P, L, Correa, L
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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Chemotherapy
Lasers
Mouth
Radiation
Side effects
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Zusammenfassung:Oral mucositis (OM) is considered the cause of high morbidity and one of the main side effects of chemotherapy for antineo-plastic treatment. The aim of this study was to verify the efficacy of 660 nm laser associated with 780 nm laser in reducing the severity of OM, and the impact of this reduction on the eating habits and satisfaction of the patient.
ISSN:0268-8921
1435-604X
DOI:10.1007/s10103-012-1089-0