Estratégias utilizadas na prevenção de radiodermatite em pacientes com câncer de mama: uma revisão sistemática

Abstract

Objectives: to identify and synthesize strategies used to prevent radiodermatitis in patients with breast cancer undergoing radiotherapy. Method: this is a systematic review of the literature, prepared in accordance with the precepts determined by the Joanna Briggs Institute, through a search in international databases. Studies published in full were included, via the Federated Academic Community (CAFe) protocol, which responded to the objective of the study. There was no time or language limitation. Results: 3,361 studies were identified, 33 of which entered the final sample. Most studies analyzed topical herbal treatments, corticosteroids or application of dressings such as hydrofilm. Conclusion: no study has evidenced a prophylactic strategy that completely avoids radiodermatitis. Despite this, some findings point to the prevention of worsening RDT staging, such as the use of corticosteroid creams, the use of hydrofilm dressings and laser therapy.