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Association between geriatric 8 (G8) scores and self-care decline in elderly patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma undergoing radiotherapy

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Published in 2025 at "Supportive Care in Cancer"

DOI: 10.1007/s00520-025-09936-2

Abstract: Self-care during radiotherapy (RT) is crucial for managing mucositis and dermatitis in patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinomas (HNSCC). However, elderly patients often struggle with self-care. This study examined the relationship between self-care… read more here.

Keywords: care decline; self care; head neck; elderly patients ... See more keywords