Early side effects of radiation treatment for head and neck cancer

In conclusion, radiation treatment for the head and neck cancer causes significant early side effects. Many of these side effects present difficult challenges to the patients. Their recognition and treatment can significantly improve the patients' health, long-term survival and quality of life. The review provides information that can assist head and cancer survivors deal with radiation side effects.PMID:33685809 | DOI:10.1016/j.canrad.2021.02.001
Source: Cancer Radiotherapie - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Source Type: research