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2021 Jan 28


Dermatology

Incidence of Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitors in Patients with Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer.

Authors

Gisondi P, Geat D, Mattiucci A, Lombardo F, Santo A, Girolomoni G
Dermatology. 2021 Jan 28:1-5.
PMID: 33508823.

Abstract

Epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitors are routinely used in advanced non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) harboring EGFR mutations. However, their use is associated with gastrointestinal and cutaneous toxicities, including acneiform eruptions, pruritus, xerosis, nail and hair changes. Aside from reducing patients' quality of life, such cutaneous reactions have a considerable impact on the oncologic treatment given that dose reduction or even drug discontinuation may be necessary, especially for the severe forms.