An Overview of Head and Neck Malignancy with Perineural Spread

Abstract

This article provides an overview of perineural spread of head and neck malignancy. It defines the problem and explores some of the unique features, which occur with this pathology. The expectation is for a better understanding of this extraordinary disease, hopefully leading to earlier diagnosis and for a more consistent reporting of results. It summarizes the topics to be covered in this special edition, which should leave the reader with a fairly complete understanding of the contemporary issues of perineural spread.

Keywords

perineural invasion - perineural spread - head and neck - skin cancer - squamous cell carcinoma - adenoid cystic carcinoma - skull base surgery

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