Prevention of skin reactions due to teletherapy in women with breast cancer: a comprehensive review

Authors

  • Marceila de Andrade Universidade de São Paulo; Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto
  • Maria José Clapis Universidade de São Paulo; Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto
  • Talita Garcia do Nascimento Universidade de São Paulo; Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto
  • Thaís de Oliveira Gozzo Universidade de São Paulo; Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto
  • Ana Maria de Almeida Universidade de São Paulo; Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692012000300024

Keywords:

Radiodermatitis, Radiotherapy, Breast Neoplasms

Abstract

One of the possible courses of cancer treatment is teletherapy, and one of the most important adverse side effects are skin reactions, an ailment more commonly called radiodermatitis. The main purpose of this study is to analyze knowledge of the evidence about topical products used in the prevention of radiodermatitis, to support care delivery to women with breast cancer during teletherapy. The research method used here is the comprehensive literature review. Four databases were used to select the bibliography. The sample consists of 15 articles. The data shows that, among the topical products analyzed here, Calendula, corticosteroids and Xclair have shown significant protective effects, underlining their actions. The lack of articles published in Brazil highlights the need for further research in this area, seeking better care quality through the use of products with scientifically proven efficiency.

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Published

2012-06-01

Issue

Vol. 20 No. 3 (2012)

Section

Review Articles

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How to Cite

Prevention of skin reactions due to teletherapy in women with breast cancer: a comprehensive review. (2012). Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem, 20(3), 604-611. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692012000300024