Head and Neck Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
Where can head and neck cancer happen?
A
- Nasal cavity
- Paranasal sinuses
- Mouth
- Salivary glands
- Pharynx/Larynx
1
Q
How do head and neck cancers spread?
A
- Lymph nodes first
- Squamous cell carcinoma
2
Q
What are the risk factors for SCC?
A
- Smoking
- Chewing tobacco
- Alcohol
- HPV
- EBV
3
Q
What are the red flags for head and neck cancer?
A
- Lump in mouth or lip
- Unexplained ulceration in mouth > 3 weeks
- Persistent neck lump
- Unexplained hoarseness of voice
- Unexplained thyroid lump
4
Q
How are head and neck cancers managed?
A
- MDT with TNM staging
- Chemo/Radio
- Surgery
- Cetuximab is a monoclonal used for SCC of head and neck
