An illustrated case of doxorubicin-induced radiation recall dermatitis and a review of the literature.
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Radiation recall dermatitis (RRD) is a rare cutaneous reaction occurring within a previously irradiated field, precipitated by certain drugs. A case of RRD most likely induced by doxorubicin is presented and illustrated together with a review of the literature.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- The Netherlands journal of medicine
دوره 69 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011