Franzén L, Hellsing U, Henriksson R, Littbrand B
Department of Oncology, University of Umeå, Sweden.
Recent Results Cancer Res. 1988;108:127-33. doi: 10.1007/978-3-642-82932-1_16.
Three different means of diminishing discomfort during radiation therapy of the gastrointestinal tract are demonstrated and discussed: 1. Use of the smallest possible treatment volumes in medically well developed regions with good possibilities for follow-up of all patients. 2. Regular consultations, with advice concerning food intake and dental hygiene 3. Use of the drug sucralfate, which may improve tolerance against the radiation-induced damage to the gastrointestinal mucosa.
