Page 23 - Head and neck surgery

TREATMENT PRINCIPLES

Surgery is the mainstay treatment in the management of oral cavity cancer.

Surgery entails surgical resection of primary tumour in the oral cavity and cervical lymph nodes.

Surgical reconstruction may be required for replacement of resected tissue, and for coverage and

protection of vital structures.

Adjuvant treatment in the form of radiotherapy +/- chemotherapy may be indicated in selected

patients to further optimize oncological control.