Efficacy and Safety of Kinesiology Tape Wrapping for Paronychia Induced by Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitors
Status:
COMPLETED
Trial end date:
2023-12-31
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Summary
Epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors(EGFRIs) have been applied in several common malignancies including advanced non-small cell lung cancer. Paronychia is one of the most common cutaneous side effects, characterized by inflamed granulation tissue around the nails leading to pain and reduced quality of life. Despite available conventional therapies such as topical beta-blockers or chemical cauterization, some patients still do not respond well. Our previous pilot study suggested that adding Kinesiology tape wrapping to the conventional treatment may effectively improve pain and granulomas in patients with treatment-resistant EGFRI-related paronychia, with good safety. This study aims to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of using Kinesiology tape wrapping as an adjunct to conventional therapy for patients with EGFRI-related paronychia.