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香港中文大学研究人员 ( 现职)
| 陈叶咏娴教授 (那打素护理学院) |
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| 数位物件识别号 (DOI) http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00520-002-0413-9 |
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摘要In this study the oral status and mucositis-related symptoms in 94 Chinese cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy for with curative intent were examined. Data were collected by a research nurse at three stages over a period of 16 days: at the start, on day 8, and on day 16 of chemotherapy. The majority of subjects experienced a mild to moderate degree of mucositis with the highest score reported on day 8. Patients with head and neck cancer had consistently higher scores for mucositis and symptoms in most phases. Oral mucositis and symptoms were significantly and positively correlated with consumption of spicy and/or hot (temperature) food, and frequency of use of mouthwashes. Significantly higher scores were found in patients who: ate hot (temperature) food, had low tolerance for hot food and spicy foods, and were taking Chinese medicinal herbs. Careful monitoring of patient diet preferences, cancer site, and use of Chinese medicine is recommended for comprehensive oral assessment. The alleviation of oral mucositis and the associated symptoms through promotion of an appropriate food/fluid intake and more frequent use of mouthwashes should be emphasized in oral care.
着者Chan CWH, Chang AM, Molassiotis A, Lee IYM, Lee GCT
期刊名称Supportive Care in Cancer
出版年份2003
月份1
日期1
卷号http://aims.cuhk.edu.hk/converis/portal/Publication/11
期次1
出版社SPRINGER-VERLAG
页次48 - 55
国际标準期刊号0941-4355
电子国际标準期刊号1433-7339
语言英式英语
关键词chemotherapy; Chinese patients; mucositis; oral symptoms
Web of Science 学科类别Health Care Sciences & Services; HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES; Oncology; ONCOLOGY; Rehabilitation; REHABILITATION, SCI
