Recommendations for the Prophylactic Management of Skin Reactions Induced by Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitors in Patients With Solid Tumors

Epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitors extend patient survival across a variety of tumor types. The most common EGFR inhibitor-attributable adverse events are skin reactions. Prophylactic-rather than reactive-management of skin reactions for all patients receiving EGFR inhibitors should be recommended because appropriate prophylaxis could effectively reduce the severity of skin reactions; thus, the derivation of highly effective prophylactic strategies has the potential to directly benefit patients. Accordingly, a review of the available data leads to practical and evidence-based recommendations and algorithms regarding the optimal prophylactic management of EGFR inhibitor-attributable skin reactions.