Treatment
Radiation is the primary treatment modality with good response, especially for those with early disease. Neoadjuvant or concurrent chemotherapy is often the treatment of choice for aggressive or advanced disease stages.
Stage I: Radiation
Stage II-IV: Radiation & Chemotherapy
Salvage Surgery
Side Effects
Radiation & Chemotherpy
• Mucositis
• Xerostomia
• Skin sensitivity
• Dental problems
• Tissue fibrosis
• Malnutrition