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Diagnostic Tonsillectomy and Surgical Margins After Completion Lateral Oropharyngectomy

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This cohort study examines the role of prior tonsillectomy in higher positive margins or worse survival among patients with human papillomavirus–associated tonsillar squamous cell carcinoma.

Source: JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

DOI: 10.1001/jamaoto.2026.0159

Authors: Micah K. Harris, Akshaya Raman, Shivam D. Patel, Joshua D. Smith, Steven B. Chinn, Seungwon Kim, Jessica Maxwell, Matthew E. Spector, Shaum S. Sridharan, Jose P. Zevallos, Kevin J. Contrera

Institution: University of Pittsburgh

Language: English

Topic: Head and Neck Cancer Studies

Subfield: Otorhinolaryngology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7148531669

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