In more recent decades, HPV has been shown as a risk factor for developing head and neck cancer. Head and neck cancer covers everything from throat, tongue, and tonsil cancer to laryngeal, mouth, and ...

Head and neck cancer is a broad term for several types of cancers that include the mouth (oral cavity), throat (pharynx), voice box (larynx), sinuses and nose cavity, and salivary glands. Head and ...

Laryngeal cancer may spread to cartilage, soft tissues, or lymph nodes in the neck area and to more distant sites, such as the lungs, liver, or bones. Treatment may depend on how far it has spread.

What causes head and neck cancers and why are they increasing? Is there anything I can do to lower my chances of getting one? Cancers of the head and neck include malignancies affecting the mouth and ...

Head and neck cancers affect the tissues of the mouth, throat, sinuses, and surrounding areas. They can impact crucial functions like breathing, swallowing, and talking. There are several types of ...

Head and neck cancers are often misunderstood as being limited to oral or mouth cancer. Head and neck cancer refers to a group of cancers that develop in the head and neck region, including the oral ...

This guide for newly diagnosed patients provides key information to help you understand your options and have informed conversations with your oncologist. A diagnosis of head and neck cancer can bring ...

MSK surgeons are here to help anyone who needs advanced reconstructive surgery after head and neck cancer. We can help you whether you were treated for head and neck cancer at MSK or another hospital.

The visual nature of head and neck cancer calls for treatment strategies that will minimize toxicities related to radiation therapy. Advances in precision radiation techniques, supportive care, and ...