Acupuncture for Prevention and Treatment of Oral-related Complications Caused by Radiotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer

Summary

A study on the efficacy and safety of acupuncture for the prevention and treatment of oral-related complications caused by radiotherapy for head and neck malignant tumors

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients diagnosed with malignant tumors of the head and neck without metastasis
* Age ≥18, ≤80 years old
* ZPS score ≤2
* Receiving radiotherapy alone or concurrent radiotherapy with a radiation dose of \>50 Gy, including at least one parotid gland
* Judged to be able to receive acupuncture treatment, with all needle positions identified as accessible
* Signed informed consent form

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of dry mouth, Sjogren's syndrome, or other underlying systemic condition known to cause dry mouth
* Suspected or confirmed physical closure of both salivary gland ducts
* Have a phobia of needles or prohibit the use of acupuncture at any acupuncture points
* Have a history of head and neck radiotherapy
* Have contraindications to acupuncture, including but not limited to bleeding disorders, having skin infections, ulcers or frequent infections
* Have taken any medications or herbs within the past 30 days that may affect salivary function, plan to or eventually take such substances during the study period
* Poor oral hygiene or severe periodontitis
* Poor compliance
* Other patients who, in the opinion of the investigator, are not suitable for participation in this study

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