Abstract
Authors discuss laryngeal lesions, metastases, and relevant anatomy. Outcome of surgical and radiotherapy in terms of voice preservation is discussed. Radiation techniques and outcomes for laryngeal cancer are presented along with discussion of interdisciplinary treatment. Authors review studies and quality of life outcomes of surviving laryngeal cancer patients.
MeSH terms
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Carcinoma in Situ / pathology
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Carcinoma in Situ / radiotherapy
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Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / pathology
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Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / radiotherapy*
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Carcinoma, Verrucous / pathology
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Carcinoma, Verrucous / radiotherapy
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Combined Modality Therapy
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Humans
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Laryngeal Neoplasms / pathology
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Laryngeal Neoplasms / radiotherapy*
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Larynx / radiation effects
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Lymphatic Metastasis / radiotherapy
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Neoplasm Invasiveness
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Neoplasm Staging
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Prognosis
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Radiation Injuries / etiology
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Radioisotope Teletherapy / methods
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Radiotherapy Dosage
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Radiotherapy Planning, Computer-Assisted
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Radiotherapy, Adjuvant
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Voice Quality / radiation effects