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Mucositis

A review

The lecture duration is 08min.

0.5 CPD Points, 0.5 CEUs, 0.5 CME credits approval pending.
Accredited by CPDUK, CBRN and Provider Pending.

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John Stroh
Emergency Medicine Doctor, department of Emergency Medicine, Division of Internal Medicine, Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
Lecture Summary

Mucositis is a breakdown of epithelial cells in the GI tract, characterized by erythema and ulceration of the mucosal lining of the gastrointestinal tract. It is commonly caused by chemotherapy and or radiation therapy. Oral mucositis is associated with pain and difficulty eating. Good oral hygiene is important in keeping the oral cavity from becoming infected. Treatment strategies include oral rinses, topical anesthetics and systemic analgesic agents.

Target Audience

Emergency Medicine Doctors
Emergency Medicine Nurses
Paramedics
Rural GP's

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this activity, you should be able to:

  • State the causes of mucositis
  • Understand the escalating treatment of mucositis
  • Know when to use systemic analgesics in mucositis

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