Head And Neck Cancer Surgery In CTM

Head and neck cancer surgery is a common treatment option for various types of cancers that develop in the head and neck region, including the mouth, throat, voice box (larynx), salivary glands, nasal cavity, and sinuses. The specific surgical procedure performed depends on the location and stage of the cancer, as well as individual patient factors.

Head and neck cancer encompasses several different types of cancer that can develop in various regions of the head and neck. The specific type of head and neck cancer depends on the location within the head and neck area where the cancer originates. Here are some common types of head and neck cancer:

• Oral cavity cancer: This type of cancer develops in the mouth, including the lips, tongue, gums, and the lining of the cheeks.
• Oropharyngeal cancer: It occurs in the oropharynx, which includes the back of the throat, tonsils, and base of the tongue.
• Nasopharyngeal cancer: This cancer originates in the nasopharynx, which is the upper part of the throat, behind the nose.
• Laryngeal cancer: It affects the larynx, commonly known as the voice box, which is located in the neck.
• Hypopharyngeal cancer: This cancer develops in the hypopharynx, which is the lower part of the throat, just above the esophagus.
• Nasal cavity and paranasal sinus cancer: It occurs in the nasal cavity and the adjacent paranasal sinuses, which are air-filled spaces around the nose.
• Salivary gland cancer: Salivary gland cancers can develop in any of the salivary glands, including the parotid glands, sublingual glands, and submandibular glands.
• Thyroid cancer: Although the thyroid gland is located in the neck, thyroid cancer is typically considered a separate category from head and neck cancer. It develops in the cells of the thyroid gland.