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General Surgery (Head & Neck)
General surgery for the head and neck aims to diagnose and treat head and neck cancers, malignant thyroid conditions, thyroid nodules and salivary gland diseases.
General surgeons work together with other disciplines, such as otorhinolaryngology, neurosurgery, radiotherapy and reconstructive and therapeutic surgery.
This participative work is highly important for the management and treatment of head and neck cancers. Identified tumours have to be totally removed, followed by reconstructive surgery to restore the function and appearance of the organ(s), as well as therapy for breathing, speech and swallowing.
Some of the common surgical procedures for head and neck include:
- Surgical oncology, such as laryngectomy and tonsillectomy
- Minimally invasive procedures for skull-base surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery and thyroidectomy.
The treatment plan for you depends on different factors, including your age, the location of the tumour, stage or grade of cancer and your current overall health. Your doctor will evaluate all these and come up with a treatment plan that’s most suitable for you.