Journal Reviews

Less pain more gain: impact of prophylactic gabapentin on swallowing outcomes in head and neck cancer patients undergoing radiation treatment

1 July 2017 | | Deglutition, Deglutitive disorders, Dysphagia, Gabapentin, Head and neck cancer, Radiation

Patients planned for chemoradiation to the head and neck are usually advised to expect some pain and soreness during their treatment and that pain relief will be offered as and when it is required. Uncontrolled pain and mucositis affect oral...