Hypopharyngeal cancer physical examination

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Faizan Sheraz, M.D. [2]

Overview

Patients with hypopharyngeal carcinoma are usually well appearing. Physical examination of patients with hypopharyngeal carcinoma is usually remarkable for neck swelling, hearing loss, and stridor.

Physical Examination

Appearance of the Patient

• Patients with hypopharyngeal carcinoma are usually well appearing

Ears

• There may be diminished hearing

Throat

• The throat may be erythematous

Neck

• Neck swelling may be present
• Swollen lymph nodes may be present

Lungs

• Stridor may be present due to partial airway obstruction