Diagnostic techniques in head and neck cancer.
The evaluation of a patient with a cancer in the head and neck should begin with a complete history. A thorough physical examination will aid in determining the tumor extent. Finally, diagnostic techniques have been outlined that can help in determining the extent of the primary tumor and metastases.
D000792:Angiography; D002294:Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / Q000175:diagnosis*; D004724:Endoscopy; D006258:Head and Neck Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D010808:Physical Examination; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed; D014463:Ultrasonography; D014986:Xeroradiography