What is the effectiveness of N-acetylcysteine as a complementary treatment in patients with different types of cancer?
Abstract
N-acetylcysteine shows potential benefits as a complementary treatment in some cancer contexts, like reducing postembolization syndrome in HCC and otoprotection, but more evidence is needed to establish its efficacy and optimize its use.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Chemotherapy-induced organ toxicity mitigation
Sulfur Compounds in Biology
Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 29 January 2026