Perineural invasion is a better prognostic factor than extranodal extension in head and neck cancer

Perineural invasion is a better prognostic factor than extranodal extension in head and neck cancer

Abstract Background The prognostic value of perineural invasion (PNI) in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) remains controversial. This study investigated the impact of PNI on prognosis in HNSCC. A total of 49 patients with HNSCC who underwent primary surgical treatment were selected for...

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Main Authors: Melek Karakurt Eryılmaz, Mustafa Korkmaz, Mustafa Karaağaç, Mehmet Artaç
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2022-01-01
Series:The Egyptian Journal of Otolaryngology
Subjects:
Head and neck cancer
Perineural invasion
Extranodal extension
Prognosis
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s43163-021-00189-4

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s43163-021-00189-4

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