摘要 |
Methods for preventing and treating radiation-induced skin reactions are disclosed. The methods generally include applying one or more hydrogel compositions to a topical site before, during, and/or after exposure to radiation. The hydrogel compositions generally include one or more electrolytes. In some embodiments, the hydrogel compositions can include a protein component and a biocompatible polymer component, where the protein component can be covalently crosslinked by the biocompatible polymer component. The invention further provides methods of preparing such hydrogel compositions. |