scholarly journals Prevalence of Head and Neck Cancer in the State of Meghalaya: Hospital-based Study

2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Neizekhotuo Brian Shunyu ◽  
Judita Syiemlieh
Keyword(s):  
Head And Neck Cancer ◽  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Head And Neck ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Neck Cancer ◽  
Neck Region ◽  
The State ◽  
Civil Hospital ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Total Body

ABSTRACT In India, 20 to 40% of all cancer arises in the head and neck region. The highest rate is seen in the eastern and southern regions of our country. The alarming high prevalence of head and neck cancer (HNC) in this region has prompted us to undertake this retrospective study. This study is to give the picture on the prevalence of HNC in the region, as such studies are lacking, till date. This is a 5 years retrospective study of cancer patients from 2007 to 2011 who have been registered in Civil Hospital, Shillong. The period of study is short as registry before 2007 was not properly recorded, but the high prevalence of cancer especially HNC warranted the need to undertake this retrospective study. During the 5-year period, there were a total of 3,123 cancer patients, registered in Civil Hospital, Shillong. In this study, HNC and esophageal cancer constitute 2,207 (70.67%) cases of the total body malignancy (TBM) which is much higher than other studies done in other parts of the country. Fourth decade is the most common age group comprising of 471 cases which accounts for 32.72% of all HNC. This high prevalence of HNC in the young population of the region is alarming and hence needs a comprehensive afford to meet this challenge. This paper, therefore, is an attempt to quantify the spectrum of HNC in the region hoping that this paper will help the health professionals to understand the burden of HNC in the region, so as to generate strategies for future planning. How to cite this article Shunyu NB, Syiemlieh J. Prevalence of Head and Neck Cancer in the State of Meghalaya: Hospital-based Study. Int J Head and Neck Surg 2013;4(1):1-5.

scholarly journals Management of radiation therapy-induced mucositis in head and neck cancer patients. Part I: Clinical significance, pathophysiology and prevention

2011 ◽  
pp. 102-113
Author(s):  
Wei Cheong Ngeow ◽  
Wen Lin Chai ◽  
Rosnah Binti Zain
Keyword(s):  
Radiation Therapy ◽  
Head And Neck Cancer ◽  
Head And Neck ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Clinical Significance ◽  
Neck Cancer ◽  
Neck Region ◽  
Clinical Problem ◽  
Important Clinical Problem ◽  
Oropharyngeal Mucositis

Oropharyngeal mucositis is the acute inflammatory and ulcerative reaction of the oral mucosa following radiation therapy to the head and neck region. It is such a common problem that nearly all head and neck cancer patients develop some degree of mucositis. This complication is usually transient in nature but it also represents an important clinical problem as it is a painful, debilitating, dose-dependent side effect for which there is no widely acceptable prophylaxis or effective treatment. As several authoritative groups have recently either undertaken systematic reviews or issued guidelines on the management of mucositis, it is the aim of this review to provide instead an overview of all the possible remedies available, as well as highlighting to researchers the gaps that need to be filled. The first part of this review outlines the clinical significance and pathophysiology of radiation-induced mucositis, and looks into some of the preventive approaches available.

The Epidemiology Of Primary Head And Neck Cancer In Black Lion Specialized Hospital Oncology Center, Ethiopia: A Hospital Based Retrospective Study

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amare Teshome Tefera ◽  
Biruk Girma Bekele ◽  
Demerew Dejene ◽  
Abdulhalik Workicho ◽  
Wondemagegnhu Tigeneh
Keyword(s):  
Head And Neck Cancer ◽  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Head And Neck ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Neck Cancer ◽  
Medical Knowledge ◽  
Treatment Need ◽  
Published Evidence ◽  
Specialized Hospital ◽  
Oncology Center

Abstract Background Unfortunately, despite an increase in medical knowledge, the treatment need of head and neck cancers (HNCs) have not been improved in Ethiopia. In addition, there is no published evidence in the epidemiology of head and neck cancer patients in the country. The present study aimed to describe the prevalence and pattern of HNCs among patients seen at Black Lion Hospital oncology center.

Improvement of a Delayed Swallowing Reflex Following Treatment for Advanced Head and Neck Cancer

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Akira Ohkoshi ◽  
Kengo Kato ◽  
Takenori Ogawa ◽  
Ayako Nakanome ◽  
Ryo Ishii ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Head And Neck Cancer ◽  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Head And Neck ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Neck Cancer ◽  
Advanced Head ◽  
Silent Aspiration ◽  
Swallowing Function ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Swallowing Reflex

Abstract Background: The latency of the swallowing reflex is an important factor causing dysphagia in head and neck cancer patients. Although there are many reports comparing voluntary swallowing function before and after treatment, few studies have focused on the latency of the swallowing reflex, which is a risk factor for pneumonia due to silent aspiration. The aim of this retrospective study was to clarify the changes in the latency of the swallowing reflex before and after treatment. Methods: The latency of the swallowing reflex was quantified using the time from the injection of 1 ml of distilled water into the pharynx through a nasal catheter to the onset of swallowing. Results: The latency time of the swallowing reflex was significantly decreased 3 months after treatment compared to before treatment. A significant reduction was also observed in patients with pharyngeal cancer who underwent chemoradiation therapy. Conclusions: This retrospective study showed that a delayed swallowing reflex improved with treatment in advanced head and neck cancer patients.

Management of radiation therapy-induced mucositis in head and neck cancer patients. Part II: supportive treatments

2011 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 164
Author(s):  
Wei Cheong Ngeow ◽  
Wen Lin Chai ◽  
Rosnah Binti Zain
Keyword(s):  
Radiation Therapy ◽  
Head And Neck Cancer ◽  
Head And Neck ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Neck Cancer ◽  
Neck Region ◽  
Clinical Problem ◽  
Important Clinical Problem ◽  
Oropharyngeal Mucositis ◽  
Pharmaceutical Agents

Oropharyngeal mucositis is the acute inflammatory and ulcerative reaction of the oral mucosa following radiation therapy to the head and neck region. It is such a common problem that nearly all head and neck cancer patients develop some degree of mucositis. This complication is usually transient in nature but it also represents an important clinical problem as it is a painful, debilitating, dose-dependent side effect for which there is no widely acceptable prophylaxis or effective treatment. As several authoritative groups have recently either undertaken systematic reviews or issued guidelines on the management of mucositis, it is the aim of this review instead, to provide an overview of all the remedies and pharmaceutical agents available, as well as highlighting to researchers the gaps that need to be filled.

Assessment of treatment tolerance and response of elderly head and neck cancer patients: A single institution retrospective study

2015 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
pp. 0 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vivek Tiwari ◽  
Veenita Yogi ◽  
Suresh Yadav ◽  
Omprakash Singh ◽  
Hameeduzzafar Ghori ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Head And Neck Cancer ◽  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Head And Neck ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Neck Cancer ◽  
Single Institution ◽  
Treatment Tolerance

scholarly journals Improvement of a Delayed Swallowing Reflex with Treatment in Advanced Head and Neck Cancer Patients

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Akira Ohkoshi ◽  
Kengo Kato ◽  
Takenori Ogawa ◽  
Ayako Nakanome ◽  
Ryo Ishii ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Head And Neck Cancer ◽  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Head And Neck ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Neck Cancer ◽  
Advanced Head ◽  
Pharyngeal Cancer ◽  
Swallowing Function ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Swallowing Reflex

Abstract Background The latency of the swallowing reflex is an important factor causing dysphagia in head and neck cancer patients. Although there are many reports comparing swallowing function before and after treatment, few studies have focused on the latency of the swallowing reflex. The aim of this retrospective study was to clarify the changes in the latency of the swallowing reflex before and after treatment. Methods The latency of the swallowing reflex was quantified using the time from the injection of 1 ml of distilled water into the pharynx through a nasal catheter to the onset of swallowing. Results The latency time of the swallowing reflex was significantly decreased 3 months after treatment compared to before treatment. Significant reduction was also observed in patients with pharyngeal cancer who underwent chemoradiation therapy. Conclusions This retrospective study showed that a delayed swallowing reflex improved with treatment in advanced head and neck cancer patients.

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