Oesophageal Involvement in Head and Neck Pathology
摘要
This chapter delves into the intricate relationship between head and neck pathologyHead and neck pathology and the cervical oesophagusCervical oesophagus, emphasizing the potential extension of laryngeal or pharyngeal cancer into the oesophagusOesophagus, often necessitating complex surgical interventionsSurgical intervention such as laryngopharyngectomyLaryngopharyngectomy with oesophageal reconstructionOesophageal reconstruction, typically utilizing a gastric pull-upGastric pull-up. The text presents illustrative cases, including a thyroid mass infiltrating the oesophagusOesophagus and a recurrent parathyroid cancerParathyroid cancer involving pharyngeal muscles and the oesophagusOesophagus. Preoperative imagingPreoperative imaging plays a crucial role in assessing the extent of tumoral infiltration and guiding surgical managementSurgical management to achieve optimal outcomes. Surgical approachesSurgical approach involve meticulous dissection to achieve clear margins while preserving vital structures, highlighting the understanding of the surgical anatomy and collaborative efforts between various surgical specialties in addressing these challenging cases.