RM-HNSCC

Case presentation

60M, prev heavy tob use (dip x40y, quit 1y prior to dx), prev heavy EtOH use (6x/d, quit at time of dx), presented for routine dental care.

Dentist noted gingival lesion, iso 1-2y of gum recession, bleeding, loose teeth.

• Bx: mod diff SCC
• Staging -ve for distant disease.
• Resected a couple of months later
  • L floor of mouth, buccal mucosa, mandible w glossectomy, L neck dissection
  • R0