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Published in: American Journal of Clinical Dermatology 3/2016

01-06-2016 | Review Article

Radiodermatitis: A Review of Our Current Understanding

Authors: Manni Singh, Afsaneh Alavi, Rebecca Wong, Sadanori Akita

Published in: American Journal of Clinical Dermatology | Issue 3/2016

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Abstract

Radiodermatitis (radiation dermatitis, radiation-induced skin reactions, or radiation injury) is a significant side effect of ionizing radiation delivered to the skin during cancer treatment as well as a result of nuclear attacks and disasters, such as that which occurred in Fukushima in 2011. More specifically, 95 % of cancer patients receiving radiation therapy will develop some form of radiodermatitis, including erythema, dry desquamation, and moist desquamation. These radiation skin reactions result in a myriad of complications, including delays in treatment, diminished aesthetic appeal, and reduced quality of life. Recent technological advancements and novel treatment regimens have only been successful in partly ameliorating these adverse side effects. This article examines the current knowledge surrounding the pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, differential diagnoses, prevention, and management of radiodermatitis. Future research should examine therapies that incorporate the current understanding of the pathophysiology of radiodermatitis while measuring effectiveness using objective and universal outcome measures.
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Metadata
Title
Radiodermatitis: A Review of Our Current Understanding
Authors
Manni Singh
Afsaneh Alavi
Rebecca Wong
Sadanori Akita
Publication date
01-06-2016
Publisher
Springer International Publishing
Published in
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology / Issue 3/2016
Print ISSN: 1175-0561
Electronic ISSN: 1179-1888
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s40257-016-0186-4

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