Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Novel Skin Barrier Protectant in a Patient with Acute Radiodermatitis of the Vulva: A Case Report

Abstract

Objective To evaluate the use of Cavilon Advanced Skin Protectant in a patient treated with radiotherapy for vulvar cancer. Design Case report study Setting Radiotherapy department Participants Two female patients undergoing radiotherapy for vulvar carcinoma. Interventions In this case report study a novel skin barrier protectant, Cavilon Advanced Skin Protectant, was evaluated in a patient treated with vulvar radiodermatitis. Besides, another patient with vulvar radiodermatitis undergoing the institutional standard skin care protocol was portrayed. Main Outcome Measures Patient's skin reactions were evaluated by using the Radiotherapy Oncology Group Criteria by a radiotherapy nurse, alongside the patient's pain.