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Published on: March 11, 2014
Squamous cell carcinoma of the oropharynx and hypopharynx
Derrick T Lin1, Seth M Cohen, George L Coppit
1Department of Otolaryngology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, 243 Charles Street, Boston, MA 02114, USA.
Abstract:
Oropharyngeal and hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinomas require an interdisciplinary approach to manage patients appropriately. Tumor stage and histology, functional outcome, and patient comorbidities are important factors to consider. Various surgical approaches as well as chemotherapy and radiation therapy alone or in combination remain the mainstay of therapy.
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