Interventions for Trismus in Head and Neck Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Current treatment for head and neck cancers (HNCs) have led to an improved survival. However, the sequelae of cancer treatment often result in trismus, or reduced mouth opening. The purpose of this report is to identify interventional studies for trismus management in HNC patients.

Methods

A search of PubMed, Embase, Cumulated Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, and the Cochrane Library was conducted in March 2020 for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving interventions for trismus for head and neck cancer within 10 years. Intervention could involve the use of an exercise regime, jaw rehabilitation device, technological device, medication or massage therapy. The primary outcome was the measurement of mouth opening.

Results

Eleven RCTs invo

SUBMITTER: Chee S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8145608 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature