Custom-made radiotherapy prosthesis for external and internal radiotherapy in a patient with lip cancer
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Issued Date
2023-01-01
Resource Type
ISSN
13434934
eISSN
18804926
Scopus ID
2-s2.0-85146193390
Pubmed ID
36529514
Journal Title
Journal of Oral Science
Volume
65
Issue
1
Start Page
65
End Page
68
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SCOPUS
Bibliographic Citation
Journal of Oral Science Vol.65 No.1 (2023) , 65-68
Suggested Citation
Wang J., Murase M., Towithelertkul C., Tani H., Sumita Y.I. Custom-made radiotherapy prosthesis for external and internal radiotherapy in a patient with lip cancer. Journal of Oral Science Vol.65 No.1 (2023) , 65-68. 68. doi:10.2334/josnusd.22-0306 Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/81830
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Custom-made radiotherapy prosthesis for external and internal radiotherapy in a patient with lip cancer
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Abstract
Definitive radiotherapy is an effective treatment for early-stage lip cancer. The goal of radiotherapy is to irradiate the cancer site effectively while protecting healthy surrounding tissue from the adverse effects of radiation. To this end, radiotherapy prostheses have been widely and effectively used. A maxillofacial prosthodontist working in collaboration with a radiation oncologist can create a custom-made radiotherapy prosthesis that minimizes adverse effects. This report demonstrates the successful use of spacers in external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy in consideration of the patient’s radiation therapy treatment plan and wearing conditions, ensuring adequate availability and preventing radiation-related complications.