Head and neck cancer Flashcards
1
Q
Common type of head and neck cancer
A
Squamous cell carcinoma occurring in the mucosa of the:
- nasopharynx
- oropharynx
- laryngopharynx
- upper oesophagus
2
Q
Risk factors for head and neck cancer
A
Tobacco smoking
Alcohol
Betal nut
HPV - 16 - oropharyngeal
EBV - nasopharyngeal
HIV
3
Q
Presentation of head and neck cancer
A
Hoarse voice
Dysphagia
Halitosis
Cigarette stigmata - tar stained nails, teeth
4
Q
How to diagnose head and neck cancer
A
Triple endoscopy (panendoscopy) - laryngoscopy, esophagoscopy and bronchoscopy
Biopsy - FNA
Lymph node FNA
5
Q
Treatment for head and neck cancer
A
Tumour resection
Radical neck dissection - lymoh node
Radiotherapy
Chemotherapy - platinum
