Estratégias de prevenção e tratamento de radiodermites em pacientes oncológicos: revisão integrativa

Abstract

Introduction: radiotherapy is a therapeutic modality widely used as neoadjuvant or adjuvant therapy for the treatment of cancer. The skin tissue receives high doses of this radiation and can cause adverse events, including acute skin reactions, known as radiodermatitis. Objective: to identify nursing care in the prevention and treatment of radiodermatitis in cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy. Methodology: the study is an integrative literature review, with a qualitative approach. Three data sources were accessed: The Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO), Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online (MEDLINE) through the PubMed® interface and Latin American and Caribbean Literature in Health Sciences (LILACS). Results: 14 studies were selected to compose this review, which addressed pharmacological and nonpharmacological measures, such as; the use of different coverings, use of plants, use of a bioactive compound orally and others. Conclusion: nursing consultation and pharmacological measures such as the use of Calendula officinalis, 1% silver sulfadiazine, Aloe vera, StrataXRT® gel, oral curcumin supplementation, application of trolamine, cream with nanoparticles containing vitamin E, 3M barrier film, hydrocolloids and hydrogel gels, humectants, moisturizers, emulsifiers, topical steroids and the CSMed® dressing.