ESTRO Multidisciplinary Management of Breast Cancer 2017

Mucositis

Whole GI tract from mouth to rectum is susceptible Mild mouth complaints to severe bloody diarrhea Breakdown of the mucosal barrier is portal of entry for the infectious agents

Treatment • Keep mouth clean wit saline or other mouthwashes • Topical or systemic anesthetics • Antibiotics • Parenteral nutrition

19-9-2017