Abstract
This review summarizes the pathophysiology and clinical presentation of the cutaneous toxicities associated with EGFR inhibition. Such effects include papulopustular reactions, xerosis, pruritus, fissures, nail changes, hair changes, telangiectasias, hyperpigmentation, and mucositis. Most management strategies for these toxicities have been based on anecdotal experience; clinical trials are needed to provide uniform characterization to allow for evidence-based treatment strategies.
MeSH terms
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Antibodies, Monoclonal / adverse effects
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Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized
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Antineoplastic Agents / adverse effects*
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Cetuximab
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Drug Eruptions / physiopathology*
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ErbB Receptors / antagonists & inhibitors*
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ErbB Receptors / metabolism
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Erlotinib Hydrochloride
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Hair Diseases / chemically induced
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Hair Diseases / physiopathology
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Humans
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Lapatinib
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Nail Diseases / chemically induced
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Nail Diseases / physiopathology
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Panitumumab
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Protein Kinase Inhibitors / adverse effects*
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Quinazolines / adverse effects
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Telangiectasis / chemically induced
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Telangiectasis / physiopathology
Substances
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Antibodies, Monoclonal
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Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized
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Antineoplastic Agents
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Protein Kinase Inhibitors
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Quinazolines
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Lapatinib
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Panitumumab
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Erlotinib Hydrochloride
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ErbB Receptors
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Cetuximab