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3 articles for “dental oncology”
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Importance of Dental Oncology in a Tertiary Care Center
Abstract: A tertiary care center revolves around providing highly specialized medical support to patients of all domains. Dental management plays a crucial role in the comprehensive care of patients with Head and Neck cancer, encompassing various phases of treatment. Thus, tertiary care centers should have a wellequipped dental oncology department that runs hand in hand with Head and Neck Surgery and also Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Treatment of oral cancer revolves …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude of Sudanese Oncology Residents Regarding Osteonecrosis of the Jaws for Patients Receiving Radiotherapy and/or Chemotherapy
Abstract: AbstractBackground: Cancer patients in the Sudan present usually in advanced stages. Radio and/or chemotherapy had a significant role in the treatment of cancer. Osteonecrosis of the jaws secondary to radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy is considered a serious complication which needs careful handling as it affects the quality of life. Objective: The present study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitude of oncology residents regarding osteonecrosis of the jaws of patients receiving …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Goltz Syndrome, A Rare Entity: A Case Report
Abstract: Goltz syndrome or focal dermal hypoplasia is a rare multiple system disorder with cutaneous, ocular, dental and skeletal abnormalities. Its hallmark is thinning of the dermis resulting in subcutaneous fat herniation. It is a type of ectodermal dysplasia, a group of heritable disorder causing hair, teeth, nail and glands to develop and function abnormally. Here in, we are presenting a case of this syndrome in a 9-year-old girl presenting with …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 11–14 Read article