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Surgical treatment for Head & Neck Cancer Roughly 80 – 90% head & neck surgeries were performed in order to treat cancers occurring in this

region.

We provide intensive care and comprehensive treatment for patients diagnosed with benign or

malignant tumors or ulcers start in the oral cavity, throat (common locations should be tonsil and

the back of the tongue), palate, larynx, oropharynx, thyroid, salivary gland, sinusitis, neck and other

cancerous conditions such as sarcoma etc.

Besides, thanks to our multispecialty consultations, our medical team can collaborate with

established oncologists from TMMC cancer center (a member of TMMC Healthcare) and astounding

specialists from other departments like Anesthesiology Dept. and Radiology Dept. (fully equipped

with state-of-the-art facility like CT Scanner or MRI) to ensure that our patients can enjoy all-round services of superior quality.

Our Head & Neck Cancer Committee is a strong team of prestigious surgeons, radiotherapists,

oncologists, pathologists, anesthesiologists, nuclear medicine physicians as well as

physiotherapists. Our medical team work closely together to put forth ideas and share professional

experience so as to provide the patients with prompt and holistic treatments.

A strong team of Head & Neck Cancer Surgeons Dr. Vo Dang Hung, Ph.D., is a leading expert with profound experience in surgical treatment for

head & neck cancers. Dr. Hung is well-known for his consummate skills in performing complicated

procedures on various regions i.e oropharynx, larynx, oral cavity, tongue along with the salivary glands like parotid gland and the endocrine system (thyroid and parathyroid glands).

The procedures are performed not only to ensure the highest cure rates for patients but also

preserve the affected areas and minimize any aesthetic damages. Our oncologists will generate ideas and propose the most favorable solutions during the weekly consultations.

Signs and symptoms of Head & Neck Cancer Head and neck cancer leading to difficulty in breathing and

swallowing may rapidly spread to the brain and other organs. The

early symptoms, which are quite negligible, include coughing,

prolonged hoarseness, ringing or noise in the ears or non-healing

neck ulcer. These symptoms may appear harmless yet need careful

consideration. Such symptoms initially develop on one side and later

on, will spread to the other side as the patient begins to develop

cancer.

Therefore, you should stay alert and visit the doctor if these symptoms tend to progress over a long

period of time, or they usually recur and don’t improve regardless of your medication. More specifically, beware of the following signs:

Prolonged hoarseness or any voice changes. These symptoms aren’t necessarily cancerous

yet need to be checked for better diagnosis if they don’t improve over time

Pain or difficulty in swallowing

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Tongue ulcers or patches in the mouth

Frequent pain on one side of the throat

Nasal blockage or bleeding on one side without any sign of infection, especially when

accompanied by tinnitus

Enlarged and painless lump on one side of the neck

Thyroid gland: the abnormalities in the thyroid gland can be detected by the specialists of

TMMC Cancer Center in association with ENT physicians. Surgeons at TMMC Cancer Center

are established specialists on thyroid gland-related conditions.

Swelling behind the ears or below the jaws

If you experience any of these symptoms, visit the doctor right away. People exposed to higher risk

of developing head & neck cancer, especially compulsive smokers, should discuss with the doctor

about your condition to minimize the risk. Also, it is advisable to discuss about frequent health examinations and screenings.