Complications related to oral cancer treatment

Patients with oral cancer can develop complications related to the tumor, the treatment, or patient factors. Surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or some combinations of these treatments are used for oral cancer, depending on the type of cancer, anatomic site, and stage. The major objectives of oral cancer therapy are complete control of the tumor with minimal complications and better quality of life for the patient. The development of acute or long-term toxicities can limit the patient's tolerance to therapy, sometimes leading to a suboptimal treatment schedule, poor patient outcome, increased hospital stays, and higher treatment costs.
Source: Dental Abstracts - Category: Dentistry Tags: Hands On Source Type: research