PURPOSE: Dysphagia is a debilitating complication in head and neck cancer patients
(HNCPs) that may cause a high mortality rate for aspiration pneumonia. The aims of this …

Background Head and neck cancer (HNC) and its therapy are associated with acute and
late swallowing dysfunction. Consensus guidelines regarding evaluation and management …

Background Dysphagia is a common consequence of treatment for head and neck cancer
(HNC). The purpose of the study was to evaluate the prevalence of dysphagia in a group of …

Progress in head and neck cancer (HNC) therapies has improved tumor response, loco-
regional control, and survival. However, treatment intensification also increases early and …

Aims Dysphagia is a well-recognised acute complication after radiotherapy. However,
knowledge about the long-term prevalence and effect remains limited. The aims of this study …

Successful management of swallowing dysfunction following chemoradiation is a complex
undertaking requiring a team approach. Collaboration among different specialists …

The aim of this study was to objectively assess swallowing function and factors impacting it
after curative intent definitive (chemo) radiotherapy (CRT) for head and neck squamous cell …

Objectives Swallowing and voice dysfunctions are common side effects following head-and-
neck squamous-cell carcinoma (HNSCC) treatment. Our aim was to analyze the …

Safe, successful swallowing depends on complex events affected by head and neck cancers
and their treatment. This article reviews the swallowing process, how it is affected by …

Purpose The study aims to describe patients' experiences of swallowing difficulties following
(chemo) radiotherapy for head and neck cancer and to explore any changes over time …