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ACA Increased Insurance Coverage for Head and Neck Cancer Patients

January 22, 2020

The number of head and neck cancer patients covered by insurance grew significantly following implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), according to a new study. “Overall, this study demonstrates […]

Is Routine Genetic Testing Warranted in Head and Neck Paragangliomas?

November 11, 2019

All individuals presenting with an extratympanic paraganglioma of the head and neck should undergo genetic testing.

Radiation Exposure Alters Airway Deformability during Laryngoscopy

November 10, 2019

A look at the effect of therapeutic radiation exposure on airway volume, tissue deformation, and bony structure displacement in the setting of operative laryngoscopy.

Intraductal Botulinum Toxin Is Safe for Managing Salivary Disorders

November 10, 2019

The intraductal route of botulinum toxin delivery to salivary glands was without complication and was effective in two patients treated therapeutically.

Is It Time to De-Escalate Radiation Therapy in Patients with HPV+ HNC?

November 10, 2019

Radiation therapy has a host of drawbacks, including long-term side effects and even treatment-related morbidity in some cases.

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When Should Parotidectomy and a Neck Dissection Be Performed in Cutaneous SCC of the Head and Neck?

October 13, 2019

There is no uniformity or consensus on the effective management of the N zero nodal basin in cSCC.

Do Race, Ethnicity, and Socioeconomic Status Impact Cancer Follow-Up Care?

October 13, 2019

Safety-net hospital treatment, socioeconomic status, Hispanic ethnicity, and non-Hispanic black race were associated with decreased
follow-up service utilization for cancer patients.