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PHASE OF CARE: Active antitumor treatment
APPLICATIONS: None stated
Administration of Honey Versus Control (Mucositis-Related Adverse Effects)
This study demonstrated the potential efficacy of honey administration in the prevention of oral mucositis and weight loss during radiotherapy and chemotherapy in patients with head and neck cancer.