Function Preservation and Quality of Life in Head and Neck Radiotherapy

by Harari, P. M.; Conner, N. P.; Grau, C.; Amdur, R. J. (CON); Argiris, A. (CON)

• ISBN13: 9783540732310
• ISBN10: 3540732314
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-07-01
• Publisher: Springer Verlag

Summary

This book focuses on functional treatment outcomes in head and neck cancer patients from the perspective of experts from around the world in medical and allied health fields. Recent advances in management strategies are presented as they relate to functional preservation and quality of life. Clinical and research knowledge is organized in an approachable manner by means of short chapters, key point tables, and high-quality illustrations and graphics. This method of presentation is very effective for busy clinical practitioners and researchers. Information is provided on site-specific epidemiology and treatment outcome, the impact of different treatment techniques and toxicities on quality of life, and the relationship of toxicity prevention, rehabilitation, and supportive care to quality of life after treatment, Among literature on the treatment of head and neck cancer, this book is unique because of the outstanding list of contributors and the specific focus on functional preservation and quality of life.

Table of Contents

Epidemiology and Treatment Outcome	p. 1
Oral Cavity Cancer	p. 3
Oropharynx: Epidemiology and Treatment Outcome	p. 15
Hypopharynx	p. 31
Laryngeal Cancer: Epidemiology and Treatment Outcomes	p. 43
Nasopharynx	p. 57
Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity	p. 75
Salivary Glands and Quality of Life	p. 89
Head and Neck Sarcomas and Lymphomas	p. 103
Thyroid Cancer	p. 117
Cervical Lymph Node Metastases from Unknown Primary Tumors	p. 125
Treatment Techniques with Potential Impact on QOL	p. 133
Dysphagia-Related Quality of Life of Patients with Cancer in the Oropharynx: An Advantage for Brachytherapy?	p. 135
Improving the Quality of Life of Patients with Head and Neck Cancer by Highly Conformal Radiotherapy	p. 145
Advantages of Proton Beam Therapy in Functional Preservation and Quality of Life in Head and Neck Radiotherapy	p. 155
Target Definition and Delineation CT/MRI/PET-Guided Targets	p. 163
Advanced Techniques for Setup Precision and Tracking	p. 175
Adaptive Image-Guided Radiotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer	p. 183
Improving Form and Function Through Surgical Care in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma	p. 191
The Contribution of Chemotheraphy	p. 203
Contributions of Targeted Agents	p. 215
Toxicity, Quality of Life, Prevention, Rehabilitation, Supportive Care	p. 225
Late Radiation-Induced Side Effects	p. 227
Head and Neck Cancer Quality of Life Instruments	p. 243
Measuring and Reporting Toxicity	p. 251
Effects of Radiotherapy on Swallowing Function: Evaluation, Treatment and Patient-Reported Outcomes	p. 259
Dental Prophylaxis and Care	p. 269
Smoking Cessation	p. 277
Supportive Therapy Including Nutrition	p. 287
Communication and Palliative Care in Head and Neck Cancer	p. 299
Organized Head and Neck Cancer Care	p. 307
Subject Index	p. 317
List of Contributors	p. 321
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