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Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma: Understanding Anatomy and Radiotherapy Side Effects

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Yolanda Arlita Anastasia1, *, Yussy Afriani Dewi1, Lina Lasminingrum1
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Padjadjaran University/Hasan Sadikin General Hospital Bandung, Bandung, Indonesia
*Corresponding author.
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Yolanda Arlita Anastasia
Available Online 31 October 2023.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-280-4_47How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC); Squamous cell carcinoma; Radiation therapy
Abstract

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a rare squamous cell carcinoma with a global incidence rate of less than 1 per 100,000 individuals per year, predominantly found in Asia, particularly China, India, Vietnam, and Malaysia. In Indonesia, NPC ranks fourth among tumors, with 15,000 new cases annually, imposing a significant burden. Radiation therapy, particularly intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), is the primary treatment for NPC, offering improved precision in radiation distribution and better tumor control. International consensus guidelines aid in standardizing target delineation and guiding dose priorities. However, radiation therapy can lead to side effects, including mucositis, hyposalivation, taste changes, dysphagia, and dysphonia. Late-emerging side effects, often permanent, require special attention, affecting quality of life and primarily observed within three years after treatment.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 19 th Otorhinolaryngology head and neck surgery national congress (PERHATIKL 2022)
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Advances in Health Sciences Research
Publication Date
31 October 2023
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10.2991/978-94-6463-280-4_47
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2468-5739
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10.2991/978-94-6463-280-4_47How to use a DOI?
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© 2023 The Author(s)
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