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Toxicity of cetuximab versus cisplatin concurrent with radiotherapy in locally advanced head and neck squamous cell cancer (LAHNSCC).

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The cetuximab group experienced significantly more toxicity--grade ≥3 oral mucositis, skin dermatitis, ≥10% weight loss, and enteral feeding requirement than a matched cisplatin group.
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This article is published in Radiotherapy and Oncology.The article was published on 2011-01-01. It has received 85 citations till now. The article focuses on the topics: Cetuximab & Mucositis.

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Head and Neck Tumours

TL;DR: A number of clinical trials of targeted therapies in HNSCC show promise in the control of both advanced loco-regional disease and relapsed/metastatic disease.
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Current concepts in clinical radiation oncology.

TL;DR: In the present review, the current status of radiation-based cancer treatment with particular focus on novel aspects and developments that will influence the field of radiation oncology in the near future is summarized and discussed.
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Treatment of Older Patients With Head and Neck Cancer: A Review

TL;DR: A comprehensive literature review is performed to better understand and discuss issues related to therapeutic recommendations that are particular to patients 65 years and older with head and neck cancer.
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Cetuximab: its unique place in head and neck cancer treatment.

TL;DR: The addition of cetuximab to platinum-based chemotherapy prolongs survival in patients with recurrent or metastatic SCCHN and should be considered as the standard first line regimen for patients who can tolerate this treatment.
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Global cancer statistics

TL;DR: A substantial proportion of the worldwide burden of cancer could be prevented through the application of existing cancer control knowledge and by implementing programs for tobacco control, vaccination, and early detection and treatment, as well as public health campaigns promoting physical activity and a healthier dietary intake.
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Mechanisms of cutaneous toxicities to EGFR inhibitors.

TL;DR: There is an urgent need for an improved understanding of these toxicities to develop adequate staging systems and mechanistically driven therapies, and to ensure quality of life and consistent antineoplastic therapy.
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Simultaneous radiochemotherapy versus radiotherapy alone in advanced head and neck cancer: a randomized multicenter study.

TL;DR: Concomitant CT offered improved disease control and survival in advanced head and neck cancer patients due to increased acute toxicity, more supportive care is demanded when CT is given simultaneously.
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