Dermatitis caused by radiotherapy. Radiodermatitis
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Women with breast cancer confirmed by histology which are candidates for radiation therapy
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Inflammatory or metastatic breast cancer Severe infection requiring antibiotic treatment History of previous radiation therapy for breast cancer Diabetes Inflammatory skin disorders Connective tissue disorders Simultaneous use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs Simultaneous use of corticosteroids and other drugs that suppress the immune system or antioxidants. The presence of any wounds, scars, burns and any other previous skin damage at the radiation therapy site Patients with allergy or hypersensitivity to intervention ingredients
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Dermatitis based on CTCAE grading to evaluate the side effects of radiation therapy on the skin. Timepoint: Before starting the intervention, the end of each week for 5 weeks. Method of measurement: CTCAE form version 5 to evaluate skin dermatitis caused by radiation therapy. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences