Head and neck cancer
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Assessing the Impact of Chlorhexidine Mouthwash on Radiation-Induced Oral Mucositis in Head and Neck Cancer Patients: A Pre-Experimental Study
Abstract: Introduction: Cancer poses a major global health threat and is the second leading cause of death worldwide, following cardiovascular diseases, particularly in developed countries. Among cancers, head and neck cancer ranks as the 6th most common, representing about 6% of all cancer diagnoses. One of the frequent side effects of radiotherapy (RT) is mucositis, an inflammation of the mucous membranes. Chlorhexidine, a commonly used antiseptic and disinfectant found in mouthwashes, …
Published in International Journal of Oncological Nursing and Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Impact of Palliative Care Intervention on Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Regarding Nursing Care Issues in Caregivers of Head and Neck Cancer Patients at Hospice
Abstract: Aim: The primary aim is to assess Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) regarding nursing care issues in caregivers of Head and Neck Cancer (HNC) patients admitted at hospice. Secondary aim is to observe the impact of providing information and teaching skills on nursing care issues to caregivers. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional study was prospectively carried out involving 33 caregivers of hospice-admitted patients with head and neck cancer. A self-designed, …
Published in International Journal of Oncological Nursing and Practices · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 27–35 Read article