Oral Mucositis Clinical Resource Area - Additional Resources

Evidence Based Summary on Mucositis
Oncology nurses have the potential to serve a pivotal role in the advancement of the state of the art and knowledge of the treatment and prevention of mucositis in patients receiving cancer treatment. This evidence based summary was reviewed and critiqued by research and clinical content experts in March 2005.

Hypermedia Assistant for Cancer Pain Management
The Hypermedia Assistant for Cancer Pain Management (HACPM), a resource for health care professionals, addresses the management of pain in patients with cancer.

Interactive Textbook of Clinical Symptom Research
Chapter 17 of this interactive text is written by two dentists from Harvard Medical School. This chapter covers the etiology, diagnosis, and management of oral mucositis. Useful assessment tools and treatment strategies are provided.

Manage Mucositis
ManageMucositis.com is a resource designed specifically to inform nurses caring for patients with oral mucositis. ManageMucositis.com is updated frequently to reflect new findings, emerging treatments and the latest care strategies.

Mucositis: Oral, Esophageal and Gastrointestinal Problems and Solutions
The website includes practical and timely information services and educational activities which address the emotions, nutrition, exercise, fatigue, sexuality, and pain control, sleep disorders and other needs of cancer patients.

National Cancer Institute: Oral Complications of Chemotherapy and ...
An NCI website that discusses the oral side effects of chemotherapy and head/neck radiation. Includes management strategies for oral mucositis.