The impact of dilute bleach compresses on the incidence and severity of radiation dermatitis
11 May 2020
Fellow
Danny Linggonegoro
Harvard Medical School
Mentor
Jennifer Huang, MD
Harvard Medical School
Overview
Acute radiation skin toxicity is one of the most common side effects encountered in those undergoing radiation therapy, affecting nearly all patients; however, no standard criterion currently exists for the prevention of acute radiation induced skin toxicity.
This study aims to:
1. Determine if dilute bleach compresses can attenuate the incidence and severity of radiation dermatitis.
2. Evaluate and describe patient-reported outcomes.
Status
This project was funded through a 2020 PeDRA Research Fellowship Grant.
