Head and neck cancer Flashcards
1
Q
which is the most common cancer of the head & neck?
A
cancer of the oral cavity
2
Q
which is the most deadly head & neck cancer?
A
cancer of the oesophagus
3
Q
what are the 3 main risk factors for head & neck cancer?
A
smoking
alcohol
poor oral hygeine
4
Q
what are the investigations for head & neck cancer?
A
full ORL-HNS history and exam with fibreoptic nasendoscopy
otorhinolaryngology - head & neck surgery