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Head and neck cancers — including oral cavity cancer, throat cancer, salivary gland tumours, and skull base tumours — require specialised surgical expertise for the best outcomes.
Head and neck cancer surgery refers to the surgical removal of malignant tumours arising in the oral cavity (mouth), pharynx (throat), larynx (voice box), salivary glands, thyroid, parathyroid, sinuses, and skull base. The goal is complete cancer removal while preserving critical functions such as speaking, swallowing, chewing, and facial expression. In experienced hands, many head and neck cancers can be treated with organ-preserving approaches that significantly improve quality of life.
Head and neck cancer surgery addresses a wide range of malignancies affecting the mouth, throat, voice box, salivary glands, thyroid, and neck lymph nodes.
Cancer of the tongue, floor of mouth, cheek lining, lips, hard palate, and gums.
Cancer involving the tonsils, base of tongue, and soft palate.
Cancer of the voice box including glottic, supraglottic, and subglottic tumours.
Cancer affecting the lower part of the throat and swallowing passage.
Parotid, submandibular, and minor salivary gland tumours requiring specialist surgery.
Papillary, follicular, medullary thyroid carcinoma and related endocrine cancers.
Tumours arising from the nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses, and skull base region.
Cancer spread to cervical lymph nodes requiring selective or comprehensive neck dissection.
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M.Ch. in Head & Neck Oncology from AIIMS New Delhi and MS in ENT & Head & Neck Surgery from PGIMER, Chandigarh, providing advanced expertise in oncology and reconstruction.
Focused on complete cancer removal while preserving voice, swallowing, facial movement, and cosmetic appearance whenever safely possible.
Access to advanced operation theatres, intensive care, imaging, nuclear medicine, and a comprehensive oncology team.
Complex cases are reviewed by surgeons, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, radiologists, and pathologists for personalized treatment planning.
Comprehensive support from diagnosis and surgery to rehabilitation, follow-up care, and long-term cancer surveillance.
Expert cancer surgery combined with compassionate care, advanced technology, and a commitment to the best possible patient outcomes.
Understanding what to expect helps patients and families approach treatment with confidence. Here is a step-by-step overview of the treatment journey.
A detailed history, physical examination of the head and neck, and review of any existing reports or imaging.
Investigations including ultrasound, FNAC, CT or MRI scan, PET-CT for advanced cases, and blood tests.
Cancer staging is determined and the case is discussed in a multidisciplinary tumour board for treatment planning.
Pre-operative assessment including anaesthesia fitness, dental review, nutritional optimisation, and counselling.
The planned surgical procedure is performed under general anaesthesia with nerve protection techniques where applicable.
Hospital recovery followed by final histopathology to guide any additional treatment decisions.
Speech therapy, swallowing rehabilitation, dietary guidance, psychological support, and ongoing surveillance.
Head and neck cancer surgery is the surgical removal of malignant tumours in the oral cavity, throat (pharynx), voice box (larynx), salivary glands, thyroid, sinuses, and skull base. The aim is complete removal of the cancer while preserving critical functions like speech, swallowing, and facial movement.
Yes. Head and neck cancer is treatable, and many patients achieve a complete cure, especially when detected at an early or loco-regional stage. Early specialist evaluation is one of the most important factors in improving outcomes.
A neck dissection is the surgical removal of lymph nodes from one or both sides of the neck. It is performed when head and neck cancer has spread or is at high risk of spreading to the cervical lymph nodes.
In selected early-stage laryngeal cancers, voice-preserving surgery is possible. Advanced cancers requiring total laryngectomy may result in loss of natural voice, but rehabilitation with a voice prosthesis can restore communication.
A composite resection is performed for advanced oral cancers involving the jawbone. It includes removal of the cancer, affected jawbone, and regional lymph nodes, followed by reconstruction when required.
Recovery depends on the type and extent of surgery. Minor procedures may require only 1–2 days in hospital, while complex reconstructive surgeries may require 7–14 days. Most patients resume normal activities within 4–6 weeks.