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Composite resection is an advanced surgical procedure used to treat locally advanced oral cancers.
Composite resection is an advanced surgical procedure used to treat locally advanced oral cancers. In this surgery, the tumor is removed along with surrounding affected structures such as the tongue, cheek, jawbone, floor of mouth, and sometimes nearby lymph nodes.
Unlike simple tumor removal, composite resection ensures that all cancerous tissues are completely eliminated, reducing the risk of recurrence and improving long-term survival.
Composite resection is recommended when cancer spreads beyond a single site and involves multiple structures of the oral cavity.
Cancer spreads to nearby tissues like bone or muscles
Tumor size is large or aggressive in nature
Cancer affects tongue, jaw, cheek or nearby regions
Cancer returns after previous treatment
Stage III or IV oral cancer cases
Composite resection is often part of a comprehensive cancer treatment plan for advanced cases.
Early diagnosis and timely treatment can significantly improve survival and quality of life.
Before performing composite resection, doctors conduct detailed evaluations to assess cancer spread and overall health.
Detailed oral examination to detect visible abnormalities.
Tissue sample analysis to confirm cancer diagnosis.
Imaging to determine tumor size and extent of spread.
Advanced scan for staging and detecting distant spread.
Evaluates overall health and fitness for surgery.
These evaluations help create a personalized surgical plan for effective treatment.
Composite resection involves multiple surgical procedures to completely remove cancer and restore function.
Removal of the primary tumor with a margin of healthy tissue.
Removal of part of the lower jaw if cancer has spread to bone.
Partial or complete removal of the tongue depending on tumor involvement.
Removal of part of the upper jaw in advanced cases.
Removal of affected lymph nodes to control cancer spread.
Restoration using tissue grafts or flaps from body parts like arm, leg, or chest.
Advanced oral cancers require timely and expert surgical care. If you are experiencing severe oral symptoms, swelling, or diagnosed with advanced oral cancer, consult our specialists without delay for effective treatment.
Recovery from composite resection requires close monitoring and supportive care to restore normal function and ensure proper healing.
Typically ranges from 7–14 days depending on the complexity of surgery.
Initial feeding may be supported through tubes until normal swallowing improves.
Gradual shift from liquid to soft diet as recovery progresses.
Rehabilitation programs help restore speaking and swallowing abilities.
Exercises improve jaw and neck movement and reduce stiffness.
Composite resection is a surgery that removes the tumor along with affected surrounding structures like tongue, jaw, and cheek.
Yes, it is a complex and major surgery usually performed in advanced oral cancer cases.
Initial recovery takes a few weeks, but complete rehabilitation may take months.
Speech may be affected initially, but therapy helps improve communication over time.
Yes, in most cases reconstruction is performed during the same procedure.