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Diagnostic Assessment (Imaging) and Staging of Laryngeal Cancer
Kyohei Itamura1, Victor B Hsue1, Anca M Barbu1
1Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, 8635 West Third Street #590W, Los Angeles, CA 90048, USA.
Abstract:
Diagnosis of larynx cancer relies on a detailed history and physical and objective assessment with endoscopy and imaging. Endoscopy is needed to assess for vocal fold function that directly affects staging. Computed tomography and MRI can be used to assess for tumor extent in relation to intra- and extra-laryngeal structures, especially paraglottic and pre-epiglottic space involvement as well as cartilage invasion. Accurate staging is critical for subsequent treatment decision-making regarding larynx preservation.
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