Primary Management of Operable Locally Advanced Oral Cavity Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Current Concepts and Strategies

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2024年4月20日

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Ameya A. Asarkar,
Brent A. Chang,
Remco de Bree,
Luiz P. Kowalski,
Orlando Guntinas-Lichius,
Patrick J. Bradley,
Pim de Graaf,
Primož Strojan,
Karthik N. Rao,
Antti A. Mäkitie,
Fernando López,
Alessandra Rinaldo,
Carsten Palme,
Eric M. Genden,
Alvaro Sanabria,
Juan P. Rodrigo,
Alfio Ferlito

摘要

Introduction

Locally advanced oral cavity carcinoma (LAOCSCC) is primarily treated with surgery followed by radiotherapy with or without chemotherapy.

Methods

A review of literature using PubMED was performed for studies reporting the management of LAOCSCC. Based on the reviewed literature and opinions of experts in the field, recommendations were made.

Results

Studies have shown that outcomes following resection of T4a and infranotch (inferior to mandibular notch) T4b are comparable. We discuss the concept of compartmental resection of LAOCSCC and issues concerning the management of the neck. Further, patients who refuse or are unable to undergo surgery can be treated with chemoradiotherapy with uncertain outcomes. The role of neoadjuvant chemotherapy has shown promise for organ (mandibular) preservation in a select subset of patients.

Conclusion

The management strategy for LAOCSCC should be determined in a multidisciplinary setting with emphasis on tumor control, functional preservation, and quality of life of the patient.