Enterprise Facial Plastics
Cancer of head and neck
Overview
Head and neck cancers
Head and neck cancers can affect structures including the skin, lips, mouth, tongue, throat, salivary glands, thyroid gland, and other tissues of the head and neck region.
Dr Winters provides assessment and surgical management for selected head and neck cancers and works closely with multidisciplinary cancer care teams.
Enterprise Facial Plastics
Cancer of the head and neck
Conditions Commonly Treated
- Facial skin cancers
- Oral cavity (tongue, lips, cheeks, palate, gums) cancers
- Oropharyngeal (tonsil, throat) cancers
- Laryngeal cancers
- Thyroid cancers
- Salivary gland tumours
Consultation and Assessment
Assessment may involve:
- Clinical examination
- Review of biopsy results
- Imaging studies
- Discussion within a multidisciplinary team
Cancer of the head & neck
Treatment Planning
- Surgery
- Reconstructive procedures
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
Risks and Complications
Risks vary significantly depending on the cancer type and treatment required and will be discussed during consultation.
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