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Area of Science:

  • Head and Neck Oncology
  • Surgical Anatomy
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Neck level classification is crucial for evaluating lymph node metastasis in head and neck cancers.
  • Current definitions of Level VI are inadequate, leading to challenges in managing cancers of the larynx, pharynx, trachea, esophagus, and thyroid.
  • Standardized data is needed to improve evidence-based treatment protocols.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose an updated radiological and surgical definition for Level VI lymph node region.
  • To introduce two sublevels within Level VI to address concerns across surgical, radiological, and pathological disciplines.
  • To enhance the precision of cancer staging and treatment planning.

Main Methods:

  • Development of an updated definition for Level VI lymph node region.
  • Introduction of two distinct sublevels, Level VIa and Level VIb.
  • Integration of radiological and surgical anatomical considerations.

Main Results:

  • Level VIa includes prelaryngeal, intercricothyroidal, pretracheal, and perithyroidal nodes.
  • Level VIb encompasses inferior laryngeal nodes.
  • Clear boundaries are defined for Level VIa and VIb based on anatomical landmarks like the hyoid bone, cricoid cartilage, and thyroid gland.

Conclusions:

  • The updated definition of Level VI with sublevels (VIa, VIb) provides precise anatomical boundaries.
  • This refinement will enable more accurate assessment of lymph node involvement.
  • Standardized treatment procedures for Level VI will improve indications, outcomes, and reduce treatment morbidity.