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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Homa Najafi, M.D.[2]Faizan Sheraz, M.D. [3]

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Overview

Biopsy may be helpful in the diagnosis of nasopharyngeal carcinoma.

Other Diagnostic Studies

All patients should have nasopharyngoscopy to determine involvement of mucosal surfaces. This is also useful for a biopsy of the primary lesion.

A definitive diagnosis is made by endoscope-guided biopsy of the primary tumor. Incisional neck biopsy or nodal dissection should be avoided as this procedure will negatively impact in the subsequent treatment.

An endoscopic examination of the nasopharynx and upper airway should be done in all patients.

Fine needle aspiration (FNA) and biopsy may be helpful in the diagnosis of nasopharyngeal carcinoma.

Fine Needle Aspiration

• Fine needle aspiration (FNA) for biopsy and histopathological analysis is the optimal method to diagnose nasopharyngeal carcinoma.
• To view microscopic features of nasopharyngeal carcinoma, click here.