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Oliveira SV, Batista JVF, Gutierres GG, Silva NP, Lino-Dos-Santos-Franco A, Rodrigues MFSD, Cecatto RB. The supportive use of photobiomodulation on salivary glands: a narrative review and meta-analysis. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2024; 281:2793-2805. [PMID: 38189964 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-023-08425-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2024]
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PURPOSE Radiotherapy is one of the main strategies used in the treatment of cancer patients and it can cause early or late xerostomia and/or hyposalivation. Therapeutic management of xerostomia includes oral hygiene, sialogenic agents among others. METHODS This study reviews the use of extra-oral salivary glands photobiomodulation in treating xerostomia and/or hyposalivation after radiotherapy and performs a meta-analysis of this data. RESULTS After a broad search of the literature, eight clinical studies were selected. DISCUSSION In a safe way, the studies found that extra-oral stimulation of the salivary glands has benefits in the hyposalivation and changes in salivary flow resulting from lesions by radiotherapy. A meta-analysis found significant values in pain comparing the pre- and post-treatment moments (MD - 3.02, I2 95%, IC - 5.56; - 0.48) and for stimulated salivary flow at 30 days after the end of radiotherapy (MD 2.90, I2 95%, IC 1.96; 3.84). CONCLUSION The most promising parameters comprise wavelengths between 630 and 830 nm, radiant exposure from 2 to 10 J/cm2, two-to-three times a week, before the radiotherapy damage, and homogeneously in the glands. Therefore, Light-Emitting Diode (LED) stimulation of larger areas than the punctual stimulation of small millimeters of the Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) appears to be promising.
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- Susyane Vieira Oliveira
- Biophotonics-Medicine Post-Graduate Program, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP, 01504-001, Brazil
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- School of Medicine of Universidade Nove de Julho UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP, 01504-001, Brazil
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- School of Medicine of Universidade Nove de Julho UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP, 01504-001, Brazil
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- School of Medicine of Universidade Nove de Julho UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP, 01504-001, Brazil
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- Biophotonics-Medicine Post-Graduate Program, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP, 01504-001, Brazil
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- Biophotonics-Medicine Post-Graduate Program, Universidade Nove de Julho/UNINOVE, 249 Vergueiro Street, Liberdade, São Paulo, SP, 01504-001, Brazil.
- School of Medicine of University of Sao Paulo, Instituto de Reabilitação Lucy Montoro HCFMUSP, IMREA Morumbi, R. Jandiatuba, 580 - Vila Andrade, São Paulo, SP, 05716-150, Brazil.
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Khalil M, Hamadah O, Saifo M, Khalil H, Adi M, Alabeedi F, Kujan O. Effect of Photobiomodulation on Salivary Cytokines in Head and Neck Cancer Patients with Oral Mucositis: A Systematic Review. J Clin Med 2024; 13:2822. [PMID: 38792366 PMCID: PMC11122140 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13102822] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2024] [Revised: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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Background: Oral mucositis is a common and distressing side effect of head and neck oncology treatment. Photobiomodulation therapy can be utilized to prevent and treat oral mucositis. Its impact on salivary cytokines has yet to be thoroughly investigated. This is the first systematic review aiming to evaluate the effect of photobiomodulation on salivary cytokines in patients undergoing anticancer treatment. Methods: Numerous data resources, from the Web of Science, Embase, ScienceDirect, PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Scopus were sought. Articles published up until February 2024 were included if they met the following inclusion criteria: clinical trials reporting the effect on salivary cytokines in patients undergoing anticancer therapy. The methodological quality was assessed using several appraisal tools. Results: Four studies were deemed eligible for inclusion. All the studies were conducted in Brazil and used an InGaAlP diode laser with a wavelength of 660 nm. The included studies had a relatively low risk of bias. The head and neck cancer patients' salivary cytokines that were assessed by the studies, along with photobiomodulation therapy, included IL-12p70, TNF-α, IL-6, IL-8, IL-10, CXCL8, and IL-1β. The results varied among the studies. Conclusions: Our results show that photobiomodulation demonstrated positive results for reducing the severity of OM in all the included studies. Among the examined salivary cytokines, IL-6 is the most relevant cytokine for oral mucositis development and severity. A variation in the cytokine levels between the studies was noted due to differences in the type of anticancer treatment and saliva sampling.
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- Marwa Khalil
- Department of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus P.O. Box 30621, Syria; (M.K.); (O.H.)
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- Department of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus P.O. Box 30621, Syria; (M.K.); (O.H.)
- The Higher Institute for Laser Research and Applications, Damascus University, Damascus P.O. Box 30621, Syria
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- Faculty of Medicine, Medical Oncology, Damascus University, Damascus P.O. Box 30621, Syria;
- Albairouni University Hospital, Damascus University, Damascus P.O. Box 30621, Syria
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- Department of Microbiology and Biochemistry, Tishreen University, Lattakia P.O. Box 2230, Syria;
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- Shining Horizons Dental Center, Inaya Medical Colleges, Riyadh 13541, Saudi Arabia;
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- UWA Dental School, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, WA 6009, Australia;
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- UWA Dental School, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, WA 6009, Australia;
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Kekovic V, Schicho K, Perisanidis C, Mikovic N, Stanimirovic D, Soldatovic I, Sinobad V. Effect of Low-level Light Therapy on Post-operative Healing of Secondary Chronic Osteomyelitis of the Jaws - A Prospective Study. Ann Maxillofac Surg 2023; 13:200-204. [PMID: 38405576 PMCID: PMC10883228 DOI: 10.4103/ams.ams_105_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2023] [Revised: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 10/03/2023] [Indexed: 02/27/2024] Open
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Introduction Osteomyelitis of the jaws is a common disease of the maxillofacial region. The goal of treatment is to alleviate pain, reduce infection, inhibit the progression of the disease and induce bone and mucosal healing. In addition to surgical management and antibiotic and oxygen hyperbaric therapy, new therapeutic strategies for the treatment of osteomyelitis are developed. One of the novel approaches is photobiomodulation therapy or low-level light therapy (LLLT). Materials and Methods After surgical treatment, experimental group patients (n = 4) were treated with LLLT for five sessions with an extraoral pulsed 635-nm LED lamp (Repuls7, Repuls Lichtmedizintechnik GmbH, Austria), maximum output power: 140 mW/cm2, frequency: 2.5 Hz, duty cycle: 50%. Clinical achievement and patient pain perception (through Visual Analogue Scale score) were evaluated at 1-, 3- and 6-month follow-up appointments and compared with control group (n = 4) patients, treated with standard therapy. Results At three and six months, clinical achievement was better in patients treated with LLLT. Pain and discomfort resolution was significantly greater in the experimental group. Discussion Taking into consideration the results of this study, it can be concluded that LLLT shows potential for improving clinical outcome of surgical and medical treatment of secondary chronic osteomyelitis of the jaws. Furthermore, pain and discomfort were significantly reduced in patients treated with LLLT. Further research with a larger sample size is needed to obtain a more accurate insight into this promising field.
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- Vladan Kekovic
- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, AKH University Hospital, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Biomedical Statistics, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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Gobbo M, Arany PR, Merigo E, Bensadoun RJ, Santos-Silva AR, Gueiros LA, Ottaviani G. Quality assessment of PBM protocols for oral complications in head and neck cancer patients: part 2. Support Care Cancer 2023; 31:306. [PMID: 37115315 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-023-07749-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023]
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PURPOSE To investigate the role of photobiomodulation (PBM) in patients undergoing head and neck cancer (HNC) treatment. We focused on the consequences of the main complications, such as quality of life (QoL), analgesia, functional impairment, and nutritional status, as well as on the impact on survival/ recurrences, radiotherapy (RT) interruption, adherence, cost-effectiveness, safety, feasibility, and tolerability. METHODS An electronic search in PubMed and Scopus databases was performed. Full texts were carefully assessed, and data were assimilated into a tabular form for discussion and consensus among the expert panel. RESULTS A total of 22 papers were included. Overall, a beneficial effect of PBM was evidenced in the amelioration of QoL, nutritional status, the reduction of pain, and functional impairment. Preventive PBM may reduce the incidence and duration of RT interruptions, potentially contributing to improved cancer treatment outcomes. PBM treatments are safe and recommended for routine use, with the caveat of avoiding direct tumor exposures where feasible. However, it does not appear to impact cancer survivorship/recurrences directly. Despite additional clinical efforts involving routine PBM use, the individual and public health benefits will positively impact oncology care. CONCLUSIONS Quality of life, pain and functional impairment, nutritional status, and survival may be effectively improved with PBM. Given its established efficacy also in reducing RT interruptions and its safety, feasibility, and tolerability, PBM should be included in the field of supportive cancer care in HNC patients. Improved understanding of PBM mechanisms and precise dose parameters is enabling the generation of more robust, safe, and reproducible protocols; thus, it is imperative to support further clinical implementation as well as both applied and basic science research in this novel field.
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- Margherita Gobbo
- Unit of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Ca' Foncello Hospital, Treviso, Italy
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- Oral Biology, Surgery and Biomedical Engineering, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Oral Diagnosis Department, Piracicaba Dental School, University of Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Clinic and Preventive Dentistry, Federal University of Pernambuco, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Department of Surgical, Medical and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy.
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Silveira FM, Schmidt TR, Neumann B, Rosset C, Zanella VG, Maahs GS, Martins MAT, Arany P, Wagner VP, Lopes MA, Santos-Silva AR, Martins MD. Impact of photobiomodulation in a patient-derived xenograft model of oral squamous cell carcinoma. Oral Dis 2023; 29:547-556. [PMID: 34273227 DOI: 10.1111/odi.13967] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2021] [Revised: 05/28/2021] [Accepted: 07/03/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) is an effective method for the prevention of oral mucositis. However, the effects of PBMT on oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) have not yet been fully elucidated. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of PBMT in an OSCC-patient-derived xenograft (OSCC-PDX) model. METHODS BALB/c nude mice with OSCC-PDX models were divided into Control, without PBMT (n = 8); Immediate irradiation, PBMT since one week after tumor implantation (n = 6); and Late irradiation, PBMT after tumors reached 200 mm3 (n = 6). OSCC-PDX were daily irradiated (660 nm; 100 mW; 6 J/cm2 ; 0,2 J/point) for 12 weeks. The tumors were collected and submitted to volumetric, histological, immunohistochemistry, and cell cycle analysis. RESULTS No significant differences in the volumetric measurements (p = 0.89) and in the histopathological grade (p > 0.05) were detected between the groups. The immunohistochemical analysis of Ki-67 (p = 0.9661); H3K9ac (p = 0.3794); and BMI1 (p = 0.5182), and the evaluation of the cell cycle phases (p > 0.05) by flow cytometry also did not demonstrate significant differences between the irradiated and non-irradiated groups. CONCLUSION In this study, PBMT did not impact the behavior of OSCC-PDX models. This is an important preclinical outcome regarding safety concerns of the use of PBMT in cancer patients.
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- Felipe Martins Silveira
- Oral Diagnosis Department, Piracicaba Dental School, University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil.,Experimental Pathology Unit, Porto Alegre Clinics Hospital, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Department of Oral Pathology, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Department of Oral Pathology, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Laboratory Research Unit, Experimental Research Center, Porto Alegre Clinics Hospital, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Department of Oral Pathology, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil.,Head and Neck Surgery Department, Santa Rita Hospital, Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Division of Otorhinolaryngology, Porto Alegre Clinics Hospital, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Department of Oral Pathology, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil.,Department of Oral Medicine, Porto Alegre Clinics Hospital, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Departments of Oral Biology and Biomedical Engineering, Schools of Dental Medicine, Engineering and Applied Sciences, State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Oral Diagnosis Department, Piracicaba Dental School, University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Oral Diagnosis Department, Piracicaba Dental School, University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Oral Diagnosis Department, Piracicaba Dental School, University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Oral Diagnosis Department, Piracicaba Dental School, University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil.,Experimental Pathology Unit, Porto Alegre Clinics Hospital, Porto Alegre, Brazil.,Department of Oral Pathology, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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Twenty-year analysis of photobiomodulation clinical studies for oral mucositis: a scoping review. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2022; 135:626-641. [PMID: 36870898 DOI: 10.1016/j.oooo.2022.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2022] [Revised: 12/12/2022] [Accepted: 12/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Our objective was to review the first 20 years of photobiomodulation (PBM) clinical studies for oral mucositis (OM) mitigation. STUDY DESIGN A scoping review screened controlled clinical studies. The PBM devices, protocols, and clinical outcomes were analyzed. RESULTS Seventy-five studies met the inclusion criteria. The first study dated from 1992, and the term "PBM" was first published in 2017. Public services, placebo-controlled randomized trials, and patients with head and neck chemoradiation were predominant among included studies. Prophylactic red intraoral laser protocols were mostly used. Comparing the outcomes of all protocols was unfeasible due to missing treatment parameters and nonhomogeneous measurements. CONCLUSIONS The main barrier to optimizing clinical protocols of PBM for OM was the lack of standardization in clinical studies. Although PBM use is now globally present in oncology settings and generally marked by good outcomes reported, additional randomized clinical trials with well-described methods are necessary.
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Robijns J, Lodewijckx J, Claes M, Lenaerts M, Van Bever L, Claes S, Pannekoeke L, Verboven K, Noé L, Maes A, Bulens P, Mebis J. A long-term follow-up of early breast cancer patients treated with photobiomodulation during conventional fractionation radiotherapy in the prevention of acute radiation dermatitis. Lasers Surg Med 2022; 54:1261-1268. [PMID: 36183377 DOI: 10.1002/lsm.23608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2022] [Accepted: 09/26/2022] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The evidence demonstrating the efficacy of photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy for preventing and managing acute radiation dermatitis (ARD) is growing steadily. The question that arises from many clinicians is, if PBM is safe for oncologic patients. This study aimed to evaluate the disease-free survival (DFS), cancer-free survival (CFS), and overall survival (OS) of breast cancer patients treated with PBM for ARD. METHODS Clinical data of 120 breast cancer patients treated with prophylactic PBM (n = 60, 2x/week, 808-905 nm, 4 J/cm2 ) or placebo (n = 60) during conventional fractionation (CF) radiotherapy (RT) between April 2015 and June 2017 were retrospectively analyzed (TRANSDERMIS trial). During follow-up (April 2015 to May 2022), patients underwent a complete clinical evaluation every 6 months and blood analysis and mammography yearly in the first 5 years after the end of RT. The DFS, CFS, and OS were estimated. RESULTS At a median follow-up time of 66 months (range 4-81), there was no significant difference in DFS (73.7% vs. 98.3%, resp., p = 0.54), CFS (68.4% vs. 77.8%, resp., p = 0.79), and OS (87.9% vs. 98.3%, resp., p = 0.30) between the placebo and PBM group. CONCLUSIONS This paper is the first to describe the results of a long-term follow-up in early-stage breast cancer patients who underwent PBM for ARD. Results suggest that using PBM in breast cancer patients undergoing CF RT does not influence the locoregional recurrence, the development of new primary tumors, or OS.
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- Jolien Robijns
- Faculty of Medicine & Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Limburg Clinical Research Center, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine & Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Limburg Clinical Research Center, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine & Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Limburg Clinical Research Center, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine & Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Limburg Clinical Research Center, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Limburg Oncology Center, Jessa Hospital-Campus Virga Jesse, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Limburg Oncology Center, Jessa Hospital-Campus Virga Jesse, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Limburg Oncology Center, Jessa Hospital-Campus Virga Jesse, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Limburg Oncology Center, Jessa Hospital-Campus Virga Jesse, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Limburg Oncology Center, Jessa Hospital-Campus Virga Jesse, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Limburg Oncology Center, Jessa Hospital-Campus Virga Jesse, Hasselt, Belgium.,Limburg Oncology Center, Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg, Genk, Belgium
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- Limburg Oncology Center, Jessa Hospital-Campus Virga Jesse, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine & Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Limburg Clinical Research Center, Hasselt, Belgium.,Department of Medical Oncology, Jessa Hospital, Hasselt, Belgium
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Ramos Rocha S, da Costa Ferreira SA, Ramalho A, Conceição Gouveia Santos VL, Cristina Nogueira P. Photobiomodulation Therapy in the Prevention and Treatment of Radiodermatitis in Breast Cancer Patients: Systematic Review. J Lasers Med Sci 2022; 13:e42. [PMID: 36743146 PMCID: PMC9841382 DOI: 10.34172/jlms.2022.42] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2021] [Accepted: 07/17/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Introduction: Radiodermatitis (RD) is the most common side-effect of radiation therapy, yet its prevention and treatment through photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) have demonstrated promising results. This study aimed to synthesize the evidence concerning the use of PBMT in managing RD among breast cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy. Methods: This is a systematic review with no time restrictions, based on the methodology proposed by the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI), including such databases as PubMed, Cochrane, Web of Science, Scopus, and CINAHL. The studies were selected based on the following inclusion criteria: female participants over 18 years of age and females having breast cancer and undergoing radiation therapy using a three-dimensional technique or an intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) technique. Two reviewers assessed the methodological quality using the JBI Critical Appraisal Checklist, and the report was described based on PRISMA guidelines. Results: Red and infrared wavelengths were used. Device power ranged from 1.1 W to 0.08 W for continuous modes and 25 W for pulsed mode, resulting in a 3 and 4 J/cm2 fluence, applied throughout radiation therapy, leading to a reduced severity in cutaneous reactions. Conclusion: PBMT can reduce the severity of RD. New clinical trials are required to standardize protocols, given the scarcity of studies for the adopted site and methodological diversity.
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- Suzy Ramos Rocha
- Correspondence to Suzy Ramos Rocha, 14 Bis Square, n 18, apartment 52, Bela Vista, São Paulo, SP, Brazil. CEP 01312-010.
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Kim LN, Rubenstein RN, Chu JJ, Allen RJ, Mehrara BJ, Nelson JA. Noninvasive Systemic Modalities for Prevention of Head and Neck Radiation-Associated Soft Tissue Injury: A Narrative Review. J Reconstr Microsurg 2022; 38:621-629. [PMID: 35213927 PMCID: PMC9402815 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1742731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Radiation-associated soft tissue injury is a potentially devastating complication for head and neck cancer patients. The damage can range from minor sequelae such as xerostomia, which requires frequent daily maintenance, to destructive degenerative processes such as osteoradionecrosis, which can contribute to flap failure and delay or reverse oral rehabilitation. Despite the need for effective radioprotectants, the literature remains sparse, primarily focused on interventions beyond the surgeon's control, such as maintenance of good oral hygiene or modulation of radiation dose. METHODS This narrative review aggregates and explores noninvasive, systemic treatment modalities for prevention or amelioration of radiation-associated soft tissue injury. RESULTS We highlighted nine modalities with the most clinical potential, which include amifostine, melatonin, palifermin, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, photobiomodulation, pentoxifylline-tocopherol-clodronate, pravastatin, transforming growth factor-β modulators, and deferoxamine, and reviewed the benefits and limitations of each modality. Unfortunately, none of these modalities are supported by strong evidence for prophylaxis against radiation-associated soft tissue injury. CONCLUSION While we cannot endorse any of these nine modalities for immediate clinical use, they may prove fruitful areas for further investigation.
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- Leslie N. Kim
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York
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Hottz F, Herchenhorn D, Lenzi J, Andrade J, Freire V, Pinho P. Photobiomodulation as a treatment for dermatitis caused by chemoradiotherapy for squamous cell anal carcinoma: case report and literature review. Radiat Oncol 2022; 17:49. [PMID: 35255933 PMCID: PMC8903640 DOI: 10.1186/s13014-022-02015-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2021] [Accepted: 02/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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In-field dermatitis is a severe and common adverse effect of radiation therapy, that can cause significant pain and treatment interruptions in patients with squamous cell anal carcinoma (SCAC) being treated with radical chemoradiation protocols. There are no established therapies for the treatment of radiation induced dermatitis. Photobiomodulation (PBM) is an effective and low-cost treatment for radiation induced mucositis, but have recently been explored to treat in-field dermatitis. We present a case report of the successful use of PBM for the treatment of dermatitis in the anal area in a patient with SCAC treated with concomitant chemoradiation with curative intent and follow with a literature review of the recent advances and possibilities of the use of PBM as a promising strategy. PBM therapy proved to be efficient in the radiodermatitis treatment, both in relieving the symptoms and controlling dermatitis, in addition to improving the patient's quality of life.
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Labrosse G, Graillon N, Maladiere E, Lan R, Campana F. Update of photobiomodulation in oral mucositis: a systematic review. JOURNAL OF ORAL MEDICINE AND ORAL SURGERY 2022. [DOI: 10.1051/mbcb/2022016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Introduction: Oral mucositis (OM) is a common side effect of radiotherapy (RT) or radio-chemotherapy (RT/CT) for head and neck cancers. It causes lesions leading to impairment of the quality of life, dysphagia, pain, and in up to 20% of cases, a dosimetry concession, decreasing local tumor control, thereby impacting the survival rate. Positive results of photobiomodulation (PBM) to treat it have been reported in the literature. PBM has multiple parameters (type of laser, emission mode, number of sessions to be performed, wavelength, power, energy, fluence, exposure time, number of points) making it difficult to implement in clinical practice. Materials and methods: A literature search strategy was applied in Medline by selecting articles published between 2010 and 2020 to answer the following research question: “In patients treated with RT or RT/CT, what is the place of PBM in the management of OM?”, in accordance with PICO (patient, intervention, comparison and outcomes) criteria. The inclusion criteria were all original articles (clinical cases and clinical studies) which answered the research question. Meta-analyses, systematic reviews of the literature and journals, animal or in vitro studies, studies published in a language other than French or English, and full-text articles not accessible via inter-university credits were excluded. Results: Seventeen articles were included, representing 1576 patients. The PBM was intraoral in 16 papers and combined intra- and extra-oral emission in 1 paper. InGaAlP diode laser and HeNe laser significantly reduced OM compared with placebo in 62.5% and 75% of the studies, respectively. Pain reduction was poorly or not documented and when it was, it did not correlate with the reduction of analgesics. Temporary or permanent interruption of radiotherapy was also poorly documented. Discussion: The MASCC/ISOO (2019) report is an important step forward to establish a reproducible protocol for PBM, which as our results show, is heterogeneous in use. Our results showed that the studies started PBM on the first day of RT, using a wavelength of 660 nm for diode laser and 632.8 nm for HeNe laser. However, there is no scientific evidence vis-à-vis the values for power, energy, fluence, exposure time, or number of points. Although PBM appears to be effective in reducing OM scores, its effectiveness on improving patient quality of life, pain, painkiller consumption, compliance with treatment and the occurrence of complications remains to be defined. The relationship between PBM and survival rate was not an objective of this work. We found that of the 17 articles, 15 stated that they did not illuminate the tumor site during PBM sessions. Conclusion: The main objective of this work was to determine the place of PBM in the treatment of OM. Overall, the results on OM scores were favorable in almost ¾ of the studies. Despite its efficacy, the questions of the adjustment of the parameters of PBM, the harmonization on OM scale and its safety on carcinologic recurrence remain to be studied. In view of the lack of comparability of studies and the lack of reported data, studies that harmonize endpoints and follow-up criteria are needed to establish a standard protocol.
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Joy L, Jolien R, Marithé C, Stijn E, Laura S, Hilde L, Sandra B, Wendy N, Ruth H, Liesbeth R, Sylvana S, Sylvia H, Jeroen M. The use of photobiomodulation therapy for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy: a randomized, placebo-controlled pilot trial (NEUROLASER trial). Support Care Cancer 2022; 30:5509-5517. [PMID: 35312857 PMCID: PMC8935622 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-022-06975-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2021] [Accepted: 03/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) in breast cancer patients. METHODS A prospective, randomized placebo-controlled pilot trial (NEUROLASER) was set up with 32 breast cancer patients who underwent chemotherapy (ClinicalTrials.gov; NCT03391271). Patients were randomized to receive PBM (n = 16) or placebo treatments (n = 16) (2 × /week) during their chemotherapy. The modified Total Neuropathy Score (mTNS), six-minute walk test (6MWT), Numeric pain Rating Scale (NRS), and Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy/Gynecologic Oncology Group Taxane (FACT/GOG-Taxane) were used to evaluate the severity of CIPN and the patients' quality of life (QoL). Outcome measures were collected at the first chemotherapy session, 6 weeks after initiation of chemotherapy, at the final chemotherapy session, and 3 weeks after the end of chemotherapy (follow-up). RESULTS The mTNS score increased significantly over time in both the control and the PBM group. A significantly higher score for FACT/GOG-Taxane was observed in the PBM group during chemotherapy compared to the control group. Questions of the FACT/GOG-Taxane related to sensory peripheral neuropathy symptoms showed a significant increase in severeness over time in the control group, whereas they remained constant in the PBM group. At follow-up, a (borderline) significant difference was observed between both groups for the 6MWT and patients' pain level, in benefit of the PBM group. CONCLUSIONS This NEUROLASER trial shows promising results concerning the prevention of CIPN with PBM in breast cancer patients. Furthermore, a better QoL was observed when treated with PBM.
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- Lodewijckx Joy
- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Martelarenlaan 42, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Martelarenlaan 42, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Martelarenlaan 42, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Martelarenlaan 42, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Martelarenlaan 42, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Neurology, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, Hasselt University, Martelarenlaan 42, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium ,Department of Medical Oncology, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
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Ferri EP, Cunha KRL, Abboud CS, de Barros Gallo C, de Sousa Sobral S, de Fatima Teixeira da Silva D, Horliana ACRT, Franco ALDS, Rodrigues MFSD. Photobiomodulation is effective in oral lichen planus: A randomized, controlled, double-blind study. Oral Dis 2020; 27:1205-1216. [PMID: 33012017 DOI: 10.1111/odi.13662] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2020] [Revised: 08/11/2020] [Accepted: 09/11/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To compare the efficacy of photobiomodulation to that of topical clobetasol 0.05% in patients with symptomatic oral lichen planus (OLP). SUBJECTS Thirty-four patients with symptomatic OLP were randomly allocated into two groups: (a) the Control group (n = 17), application of topical clobetasol propionate 0.05% three times a day for 30 consecutive days with laser placebo applied twice a week to mask the treatment, and (b) the photobiomodulation group (n = 17), laser application twice a week, totalling 8 sessions, and gel placebo for 30 consecutive days to mask the treatment. Evaluations were performed once a week during treatment and 30, 60 and 90 days after treatment. The following parameters were evaluated: pain, clinical scores, clinical resolution and recurrence rate. RESULTS Photobiomodulation and propionate clobetasol 0.05% were able to significantly decrease pain in oral lichen planus patients and improve clinical scores during treatment and follow-up. Both the Control and photobiomodulation groups presented similar clinical resolution and recurrence rates. Most importantly, no difference was observed between treatments during treatment and follow-up. CONCLUSIONS These findings indicate that photobiomodulation twice a week is as effective as corticoid therapy in treating oral lichen planus. Moreover, photobiomodulation is a safe and non-invasive therapy with the remarkable advantage of no adverse effects.
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- Elza P Ferri
- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University, UNINOVE, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University, UNINOVE, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University, UNINOVE, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Stomatology, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University, UNINOVE, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University, UNINOVE, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biophotonics Applied to Health Sciences, Nove de Julho University, UNINOVE, São Paulo, Brazil
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Bensadoun RJ, Epstein JB, Nair RG, Barasch A, Raber-Durlacher JE, Migliorati C, Genot-Klastersky MT, Treister N, Arany P, Lodewijckx J, Robijns J. Safety and efficacy of photobiomodulation therapy in oncology: A systematic review. Cancer Med 2020; 9:8279-8300. [PMID: 33107198 PMCID: PMC7666741 DOI: 10.1002/cam4.3582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2020] [Revised: 10/08/2020] [Accepted: 10/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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We performed a systematic review of the current literature addressing the safety and efficacy of photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) in cancer patients. In this systematic review, the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines were used. In vitro, in vivo, and clinical studies, which investigated the effect of PBMT on cell proliferation/differentiation, tumor growth, recurrence rate, and/or overall survival were included. The Medline/PubMed, EMBASE, and Scopus databases were searched through April 2020. A total of 67 studies met the inclusion criteria with 43 in vitro, 15 in vivo, and 9 clinical studies identified. In vitro studies investigating the effect of PBMT on a diverse range of cancer cell lines demonstrated conflicting results. This could be due to the differences in used parameters and the frequency of PBM applications. In vivo studies and clinical trials with a follow‐up period demonstrated that PBMT is safe with regards to tumor growth and patient advantage in the prevention and treatment of specific cancer therapy‐related complications. Current human studies, supported by most animal studies, show safety with PBMT using currently recommended clinical parameters, including in Head & Neck cancer (HNC) in the area of PBMT exposure. A significant and growing literature indicates that PBMT is safe and effective, and may even offer a benefit in patient overall survival. Nevertheless, continuing research is indicated to improve understanding and provide further elucidation of remaining questions regarding PBM use in oncology.
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- City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center, Duarte, CA, USA.,Cedars-Sinai Health System, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Oral Medicine/Oral Oncology, Griffith University and Haematology and Oncology, Gold Coast University Hospital, Queensland Health, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia
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- Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Cambridge Health Alliance, Cambridge, MA, USA
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- Department of Oral Medicine, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam, University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- College of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Oral Medicine, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA, USA
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- School of Dental Medicine, University of Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, UHasselt, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, UHasselt, Hasselt, Belgium
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Martins AFL, Morais MO, Sousa-Neto SS, Oton-Leite AF, Pereira CH, Valadares MC, Freitas NMA, Batista AC, Leles CR, Mendonça EF. The Effect of Photobiomodulation on Nitrite and Inflammatory Activity in Radiotherapy-Induced Oral Mucositis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Lasers Surg Med 2020; 53:671-683. [PMID: 32997817 DOI: 10.1002/lsm.23328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2020] [Revised: 07/29/2020] [Accepted: 09/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES To investigate pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines and nitrite salivary levels in patients with head and neck cancer receiving photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) associated with a Preventive Oral Care Program (POCP), for prevention and control of oral mucositis (OM) during radiotherapy (RT) associated or not with chemotherapy protocol. STUDY DESIGN/MATERIALS AND METHODS In this randomized double-blinded clinical trial, 48 patients were randomly assigned to two groups: PBMT (n = 25) and Control (n = 23). In the PBMT group, patients were submitted to PBMT associated with the POCP. In the Control group, patients were submitted only to the POCP. Saliva samples were collected in the 1st (baseline), 7th, 14th, 21st, and 30th sessions of RT, and the levels of interleukin-6 (IL-6), IL-8, IL-10, IL-12p70, IL-1β, and tumoral necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) were measured using the cytometric bead array. Nitrite levels were measured by colorimetric method. OM was assessed using the World Health Organization and the National Cancer Institute scales. RESULTS Patients in the PBMT group presented less severe OM. PBMT tended to stabilize nitrite concentration levels during the RT regimen. The IL-1β concentration was associated with higher OM scores. PBMT promoted an increase in IL-12p70, TNF-α, and IL-10 concentration. CONCLUSION PBMT was effective in the prevention and control of severe OM, and its mechanism of action may be related to a better balance of inflammatory response that may favor injury control. Lasers Surg. Med. © 2020 Wiley Periodicals LLC.
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- Allisson F L Martins
- Laboratório de Patologia Oral da, Faculdade de Odontologia da, Universidade Federal de Goiás, Avenida Universitária Esquina com 1ª Avenida, s/n. Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74605-220, Brazil.,Departamento de Radioterapia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206, Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil
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- Setor de Odontologia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206-Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil.,Departamento de Radioterapia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206, Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Patologia Oral da, Faculdade de Odontologia da, Universidade Federal de Goiás, Avenida Universitária Esquina com 1ª Avenida, s/n. Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74605-220, Brazil.,Departamento de Radioterapia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206, Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil
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- Setor de Odontologia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206-Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil.,Departamento de Radioterapia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206, Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Patologia Oral da, Faculdade de Odontologia da, Universidade Federal de Goiás, Avenida Universitária Esquina com 1ª Avenida, s/n. Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74605-220, Brazil.,Departamento de Radioterapia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206, Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Farmacologia e Toxicologia Celular da, Faculdade de Farmácia da, Universidade Federal de Goiás, 5ª Avenida Esquina com Rua 240, s/n. Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74605-170, Brazil.,Departamento de Radioterapia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206, Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil
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- Departamento de Radioterapia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206, Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil.,Laboratório de Patologia Oral da, Faculdade de Odontologia da, Universidade Federal de Goiás, Avenida Universitária Esquina com 1ª Avenida, s/n. Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74605-220, Brazil
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- Departamento de Radioterapia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206, Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil.,Departamento de Prevenção e Reabilitação Oral da, Faculdade de Odontologia da, Universidade Federal de Goiás, Avenida Universitária Esquina com 1ª Avenida, s/n. Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74605-220, Brazil
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- Departamento de Radioterapia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206, Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil.,Laboratório de Patologia Oral da, Faculdade de Odontologia da, Universidade Federal de Goiás, Avenida Universitária Esquina com 1ª Avenida, s/n. Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74605-220, Brazil
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- Departamento de Radioterapia do Hospital de Câncer Araújo Jorge. R. 239, 206, Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74175-120, Brazil.,Laboratório de Patologia Oral da, Faculdade de Odontologia da, Universidade Federal de Goiás, Avenida Universitária Esquina com 1ª Avenida, s/n. Setor Universitário, Goiânia, Goiás, 74605-220, Brazil
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Bensadoun RJ, Epstein JB. Photobiomodulation safety in cancer patients: in vivo data : (in response to S. Sonis' commentary "Could the impact of photobiomodulation on tumor response to radiation be affected by tumor heterogeneity?", Support Care Cancer 2019 (in press)). Support Care Cancer 2020; 28:3003-3006. [PMID: 32198559 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-020-05410-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2020] [Accepted: 03/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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- City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center, Duarte CA and Cedars-Sinai Health System, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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El Mobadder M, Farhat F, El Mobadder W, Nammour S. Photobiomodulation Therapy in the Treatment of Oral Mucositis, Dysphagia, Oral Dryness, Taste Alteration, and Burning Mouth Sensation Due to Cancer Therapy: A Case Series. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2019; 16:E4505. [PMID: 31731594 PMCID: PMC6888207 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph16224505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2019] [Revised: 11/11/2019] [Accepted: 11/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Oral complications of cancer therapy, such as oral dryness, dysphagia, and taste alteration, are associated with a negative impact in the quality of life of the patients. Few supportive care measures are available for such complications. This case series reveals the effectiveness of the photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy when used in a specific protocol and parameters, in the management of oral complications related to cancer therapy. Dysphagia was measured using the functional outcome swallowing scale for staging oropharyngeal dysphagia (FOSS). Oral mucositis was measured according to the National Cancer Institute scale. The quantity of the whole resting and stimulated saliva was measured in order to assess the oral dryness. In addition, the taste alteration was measured according to a protocol suggested by the International Standards organization (ISO). Sensation of burning mouth was measured using a visual analogue scale. These measurements were made before treatment, during, and at the end of the treatment. Diode laser 635 nm was used in 3 J/cm2. Five sessions interleaved with 24 h breaks were conducted for the dysphagia and oral dryness, and 10 sessions were conducted for the taste alteration and burning mouth sensation. Regardless of the limitations of this case series, PBM can be considered safe, time saving, and a promising approach for the management of the oral complications due to cancer therapy and the quality of life of cancer patients.
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- Marwan El Mobadder
- Department of Dental Science, Faculty of medicine, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium;
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- Department of Hematology-Oncology, Hammoud Hospital University Medical Centre, Saida 652, Lebanon; (F.F.); (W.E.M.)
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- Department of Hematology-Oncology, Hammoud Hospital University Medical Centre, Saida 652, Lebanon; (F.F.); (W.E.M.)
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- Department of Dental Science, Faculty of medicine, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium;
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Could the impact of photobiomodulation on tumor response to radiation be effected by tumor heterogeneity? Support Care Cancer 2019; 28:423-424. [PMID: 31720803 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-019-05146-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2019] [Accepted: 10/21/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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