Head And Neck Surgery
‘Call to action’: Head and neck cancer trials in US becoming less diverse
Despite focused efforts to improve the diversity of clinical trials, representation in research into head and neck cancer has become less equitable over the past decade, according to retrospective study results.
Tonsil, adenoid removal in early life may up risk for stress-related disorders later on
Children and young adults who underwent surgical removal of tonsils or adenoids had a higher risk for stress-related disorders later in life vs. those who did not undergo either procedure, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Depression among people with head and neck cancers likely underreported, undertreated
People with head and neck cancer experience depression twice as often as those with other types of cancer, according to results of a retrospective study.
Insurance status may affect access to high-quality, guideline-concordant cancer care
Insurance status contributes to considerable disparities in care quality for patients with head and neck cancer, according to retrospective study results.
Study yields new insights into extent of, risk factors for cisplatin-related hearing loss
A longitudinal cohort study has yielded new insights into risks for and long-term effects of cisplatin-related hearing loss.
Quitting smoking after cancer diagnosis may alter prognosis, provide ‘dramatic’ benefits
Individuals with laryngeal cancer who stop smoking in the 2- to 4-week window between diagnosis and their first treatment can significantly improve their response to therapy, survival rates and quality of life.
Roswell Park department chair receives award from Weill Cornell
Wesley Hicks Jr., MD, FACS, chair of the department of head and neck/plastic and reconstructive surgery at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, received a Distinguished Alumnus Award from Weill Cornell Medical Center.