Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a relatively rare cancer, primarily prevalent in China and other parts of Asia. Radiotherapy is the preferred treatment for primary NPC and has proven to be highly effective. However, approximately 10% of patients experience recurrence after treatment. Surgical intervention serves as a key treatment option for locally recurrent NPC and selected primary cases, aiming to completely remove the tumor while preserving normal tissues and functions as much as possible. This review provides a comprehensive overview of surgical treatment options for NPC discussing the advantages, disadvantages, appropriate indications, and outcomes of various surgical techniques, thus offering guidance for selecting the most suitable treatment approaches.
Source: Mini-invasive Surgery
Authors: Feng Pang, Yu Guo, Tian-Run Liu
Institution: Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University
Language: English
Topic: Head and Neck Cancer Studies
Subfield: Otorhinolaryngology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4404152858