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Current Oncology, 2023 Despite high incidence rates and severe complications, the management of xerostomia lacks clinical guidelines. The aim of this overview was to summarize the clinical experience derived from the last 10 years of treatments and prevention using systemic ...
Luigi Sardellitti +4 more
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Oral health-related quality of life and xerostomia in type 2 diabetic patients.
Dental and Medical Problems, 2023 BACKGROUND Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a known risk factor for xerostomia. Oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) is a multi-dimensional issue reflecting several effects of the oral condition on the quality of life.
Adel Tabesh +2 more
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Xerostomia in patients with advanced cancer: a scoping review of clinical features and complications
BMC Palliative Care, 2023 Background The aim of this project was to review the literature on dry mouth / xerostomia in patients with advanced cancer, with the objectives being to determine its prevalence, clinical features, and complications. Methods Standard methodology was used
Maria Walsh, Norah Fagan, A. Davies
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Determinants of patient‐reported xerostomia among long‐term oropharyngeal cancer survivors
Cancer, 2021 This study was conducted to identify clinicodemographic risk factors for xerostomia among long‐term oropharyngeal cancer (OPC) survivors.
Puja Aggarwal +12 more
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Pharmaceuticals, 2022 Xerostomia is linked to an increased risk of dental caries, oral fungal infections, and speaking/swallowing difficulties, factors that may significantly degrade patients’ life, socially- or emotionally-wise.
A. Kapourani +2 more
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Current Oncology, 2022 Purpose. A single-institution prospective pilot study was conducted to the assess correlation between salivary amylase and xerostomia in patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) treated with intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT ...
Francesca De Felice +14 more
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Xerostomia – A Comprehensive Review with a Focus on Mid-Life Health
Journal of Mid-Life Health, 2022 Xerostomia is defined as the subjective complaint of a dry mouth. Xerostomia is common in menopausal women owing to the hormonal changes which take place during midlife.
L. Jacob +5 more
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Journal of Oral Pathology & Medicine, 2022 Background The aim of this study is to analyze if the results of the Oral Health Impact Profile‐14 questionnaire (OHIP‐14) in patients with primary Sjögren's syndrome (pSS) are correlated with salivary flow and level of xerostomia.
Julia Serrano +8 more
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Xerostomia and hyposalivation among a 65‐yr‐old population living in Oslo, Norway
European Journal of Oral Sciences, 2021 This study aimed to describe the prevalence and associated factors for xerostomia and hyposalivation in a young‐elderly population. A random sample of 460 65‐yr‐old people living in Oslo, Norway, answered a questionnaire and underwent a clinical ...
My Tien Diep +6 more
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Oral microbiota in xerostomia patients - A preliminary study
Journal of Dental Sciences, 2022 Background/purpose: The estimated prevalence of xerostomia (lack of saliva) ranges from 10% to 50% of the general population. The oral cavity provides a multivariant environmental habitat to over 700 species of bacteria and fungi.
Chen-Tsung Weng +5 more
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