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Narrative review of the management of oral mucositis during chemoradiation for head and neck cancer

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ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE
卷 9, 期 10, 页码 -

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AME PUBLISHING COMPANY
DOI: 10.21037/atm-20-3931

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Radiation therapy; Head and Neck Cancer; oral mucositis (OM)

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Oral mucositis is a significant issue for patients undergoing radiation or chemoradiation for head and neck cancer, with clinical interventions focused on reducing pain associated with mucositis. Various strategies including oral rinses, home humidification, and pharmacological treatments are used to address symptoms during radiotherapy.
Oral mucositis (OM) can be a significant problem for patients undergoing radiation or chemoradiation for head and neck cancer. In modern clinical trials, grade 3-4 OM can be seen in over 40% of patients and can cause a significant impact on their quality of life (QOL). Despite this fact, strategies for the prevention and treatment of OM vary widely, with options including both lifestyle modifications and pharmaceuticals. Here we evaluate and summarize the current clinical interventions for the management of radiation-induced OM. The majority of the current evidence focuses on reducing OM related pain. These agents are detailed over multiple clinical trials including treatment modalities such as: GC4419, doxepin mouthwash, diphenhydramine-lidocaine-antacid (DLA) mouthwash, gabapentin, and methadone. While several strategies have been employed to prevent radiation-induced OM, there is currently no strong evidence for the routine use of these agents in the clinic. After summarization of these treatments, we offer practical guidance for the treatment of OM in the clinic. We recommend a multiagent approach of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments including oral rinses, home humidification, escalating doses of gabapentin, doxepin or DLA mouthwash, over the counter analgesics, and lastly methadone. These interventions are tailored to address the expected increase of severity of symptoms during the course of head and neck radiotherapy.

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