Journal of the Korean Dysphagia Society 2018;8(2):82-86

Medical Management for Radiation-induced Dysphagia.

Han Gil SEO 1

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Keywords

Radiation; Fibrosis; Deglutition disorders; Disease management

Country

Republic of Korea

Language

Korean

Abstract

Dysphagia after radiotherapy for head and neck cancer is a common problem that affects the nutritional status and quality of life of patients. In particular, although radiation-induced dysphagia associated with late fibroatrophy is often progressive and intractable, there have been only few studies on the therapeutic options, and preventive efforts are not performed well in clinics. This review summarizes the management of radiation-induced dysphagia and suggests possible medical treatments based on the current evidence and reported pathophysiologic mechanisms.