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The impact of dilute bleach compresses on the incidence and severity of radiation dermatitis

May 11, 2020 By Katherine Devenport

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Danny Linggonegoro
Harvard Medical School

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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.

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This project was funded through a 2020 PeDRA Research Fellowship Grant.

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