Hypopharyngeal cancer diagnostic study of choice
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Gertrude Djouka, M.D.[2]
Overview
The diagnostic study of choice for hypopharyngeal cancer is CT scan with contrast of head and neck. The definitive diagnosis of hypopharyngeal cancer is biopsy of the tumor.
Diagnostic Study of Choice
- Diagnotic study of choice for hypopharyngeal cancer is CT scan with contrast of head and neck.[1]
- Definitive diagnosis of hypopharyngeal cancer is biopsy through endoscopic.
Staging
According to the American Joint Committee of Cancer (AJCC)TNM staging system, there are 5 stages of hypopharyngeal cancer based on the tumor size, lymph node involvement, and distant metastasis.
- The following stages are used for hypopharyngeal cancer:[2]
References
- ↑ Edge, Stephen (2010). AJCC cancer staging manual. New York: Springer. ISBN 978-0-387-88440-0.
- ↑ "Hypopharyngeal Cancer Stages".