Chairman & Sr. Consultant
Radiation Oncology
+91-11-30403040The Head and Neck Cancer Programme aims to maximise the quality of life of the patients through various endoscopic procedures, major and minor resections, organ preservation surgeries, as well as complex reconstructions, including free flaps.
Programme Highlights are:
Multiple treatment approaches for Head and Neck Cancer focus on preserving function, and appearance and achieving positive outcomes
Minimally Invasive Surgery wherever possible, e.g. Endoscopic Laser Laryngeal Surgery
Advanced Radiation Therapy and chemo-radiation approaches that limit toxicity and improve results
Skull Base Surgery, Endoscopic or open, is performed by highly experienced teams that work closely together with Neurosurgeons and Radiation Oncologists
Head and Neck Cancer is a type of Cancer that develops in the mouth, throat, salivary glands, nose, voice-box, Oral Cancers or other areas of the head and neck. It usually begins in the squamous cells that line the moist, mucosal surfaces inside the head and neck. The different types of Head and Neck Cancers are known as Squamous Cell Carcinomas and are categorised as:
Oral Cavity Cancer
Oropharyngeal Cancer (tongue, tonsils, etc.)
Cancer of the Salivary Glands
Nasal Cavity and Paranasal Sinus Cancer
Signs and Symptoms of Head and Neck Cancer are:
Aching or swelling or ulcer in the head or neck that does not heal.
A patch of red or white colour in the mouth
Painful or painless lump, bump or mass in the head or neck area
Jaw pain
Difficulty in breathing
Constant sore throat
Loosening of teeth
Sudden weight loss
Ear pain or discharge
Double vision
Foul mouth odour that is not usual
Hoarseness or change in voice
Lasting nasal congestion or nasal obstruction
Unusual nasal discharge, frequent nose bleeds or both
Weakness or numbness in the head and neck region
Difficulty in chewing, swallowing or moving the tongue, jaw, etc.
Traces of blood in the saliva or phlegm
Head Neck Cancer Treatment in Delhi can be managed through various processes which remove or destroy cancer cells. These may include surgical processes, therapies or a combination of both.
Surgical Process: There are five types of surgeries performed to remove cancer tumour:
Robotic Surgery: An advanced MIS technique that treats complex cancer cases through an incision, facilitating better surgical and cosmetic outcomes.
Laser Surgery: Any early-stage tumour found in the larynx and targeted using laser technology
Excision: Removal of the cancerous tumour and some surrounding healthy tissues
Lymph Node Dissection or Neck Dissection: An advanced cancer treatment to remove lymph nodes in the neck.
Radiation Therapy: Involves the use of high-energy waves to kill cancer cells, limit toxicity and improve results.
Chemotherapy: Involves the use of powerful medicines to kill cancer cells.
Targeted Therapy: Targets cancer-specific genes, proteins or the tissue environment that contribute to cancer growth and survival.
Immunotherapy: Involves the use of medicines that prompt the body's immune system or natural defences to destroy cancer.
Avoid the use of tobacco, gutka and drugs etc.
Avoid excessive smoking
Avoid heavy consumption of alcohol
Use sunscreen and lip balm with an adequate sun protection factor (SPF) regularly
Get HPV Vaccine as protection against HPV infection and practise safe sex
Avoid excessive exposure to the sun
Wear a protective face mask when getting exposed to toxic fumes and dust for a longer duration
Maintain proper care of dentures; poorly fitted dentures can trap tobacco and other cancer-causing substances
Drink plenty of water
Some of the major factors that lead to Head and Neck Cancer are:
Tobacco: Chewing tobacco is the single largest risk factor associated with Head and Neck Cancer
Smoking: Excessive smoking can increase the risk of such type of cancer
Alcohol: Drinking alcohol is the second largest risk factor for cancers of the mouth, pharynx, larynx and oesophagus
Gender: Males are twice more probable of developing Head and Neck Cancer as compared to females
Age: People over the age of 50 are more likely to develop Head and Neck Cancer
Certain Illnesses: Certain kinds of illnesses such as Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and two inherited genetic syndromes — Fanconi anaemia and dyskeratosis congenital are linked to Head and Neck Cancer
Sun Exposure: Prolonged exposure to the sun may increase the risk of Oral and Lip Cancer
Radiation Therapy: High doses of Radiation Therapy, particularly in the head and neck, tend to increase the risk of developing Head and Neck Cancer
Malnutrition: Deficiencies of vitamins and nutrients may raise a patient’s risk of developing the disease
Vaping: Vaping e-cigarettes also contributes to this type of cancer
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Radiation Oncology
Dr. Surender Kumar Dabas
Surgical Oncology & Robotic Surgery
Dr. Sajjan Rajpurohit
Medical Oncology
Dr. Shikha Halder
Radiation Oncology
Dr. Chandragouda Dodagoudar
Medical Oncology
Dr. Himanshu Shukla
Surgical Oncology, Robotic Surgery, Head & Neck Oncology
Dr. Reetesh Ranjan
Surgical Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology
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Medical Oncology