OBJECTIVE: To discuss the scope and epidemiology of cancer therapy-induced mucositis. DATA SOURCE: Peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. CONCLUSION: Mucositis is a frequent and costly complication of cancer treatment. The risk of cancer therapy-induced mucositis varies depending on a number of patient- and treatment-related factors. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE: An awareness of the risk factors associated with mucositis will allow nurses to identify cancer patients at greatest risk and incorporate supportive care measures into their management plans.
OBJECTIVE: To discuss the scope and epidemiology of cancer therapy-induced mucositis. DATA SOURCE: Peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. CONCLUSION:Mucositis is a frequent and costly complication of cancer treatment. The risk of cancer therapy-induced mucositis varies depending on a number of patient- and treatment-related factors. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE: An awareness of the risk factors associated with mucositis will allow nurses to identify cancerpatients at greatest risk and incorporate supportive care measures into their management plans.
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