Nasopharyngeal cancer examination items

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on May 08, 2025
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Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is a relatively common type of malignant tumor in the head and neck area, with many examination procedures commonly used. Clinically, nasopharyngoscopy, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and pathological biopsy are frequently utilized. Nasopharyngoscopy and MRI of the nasopharyngeal area help determine the specific range of the lesion, which is useful for clinical staging and typing. However, the gold standard for diagnosing nasopharyngeal carcinoma still requires a pathological biopsy. During a nasopharyngoscopy, a sample of soft tissue can be taken for pathological analysis, which allows for a clear diagnosis as well as pathological staging and typing, aiding in subsequent treatment.

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Can stage IV nasopharyngeal cancer be cured?

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is a relatively common type of malignant tumor in the head and neck region. If it is stage IV nasopharyngeal carcinoma, achieving clinical cure is very difficult; only a small portion of patients have the chance to achieve clinical cure, as stage IV nasopharyngeal carcinoma is considered advanced. The current common treatments are a combination of radiotherapy and chemotherapy. During the treatment process, regular reviews are necessary to observe the effects of the treatment. Some patients respond well to the treatment, and the tumor can be completely eliminated after treatment; however, for some patients, the treatment can only control the rapid growth of the tumor, not completely eradicate it. Even if the tumor completely subsides, there might still be a chance of local recurrence or distant metastasis after the treatment ends.

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What department should I go to for nasopharyngeal carcinoma?

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is a relatively common type of malignant tumor in the head and neck area. In terms of treatment, if a patient has been diagnosed with nasopharyngeal carcinoma, it is recommended to consult an oncology department or a radiation therapy department. This disease requires consideration of a comprehensive treatment plan involving radiotherapy and chemotherapy, typically spanning several months, and regular follow-ups are needed to monitor recovery. If the diagnosis has not yet been confirmed, it is necessary to first consult an otolaryngology (ENT) department. After visiting the ENT department, a nasopharyngoscopy can be performed, followed by a biopsy under the guidance of the nasopharyngoscopy. Only after the pathology from the biopsy can the specific diagnosis of nasopharyngeal carcinoma be confirmed, allowing for the clinical pathological staging and typing necessary for subsequent treatment.

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Can patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma eat zongzi?

Patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma can eat rice dumplings, which are a common food mainly made from glutinous rice. Eating rice dumplings does not have side effects on the condition of nasopharyngeal carcinoma nor does it affect the treatment outcomes, so patients can eat them normally. Patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma should seek medical attention in the oncology department as soon as they are diagnosed, and consider undergoing radiation therapy, with some needing to combine it with chemotherapy. After treatment, regular long-term check-ups are necessary, as some patients may experience local recurrence or distant metastasis, which requires timely subsequent targeted therapy.

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Can nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients eat durian?

Patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma can eat durian, which is a common fruit. Durian has no side effects on the condition of nasopharyngeal carcinoma and does not affect the treatment efficacy. For patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma, it is recommended to have a light diet, consume high-protein and low-fat foods, and eat more vegetables and fruits. In terms of treatment, radiation therapy is commonly used at present. Some patients may also need to combine chemotherapy. During the treatment process, regular check-ups are necessary to observe the recovery of the condition. If it is an early-stage lesion, the treatment effect is relatively good. If it is a mid-to-late stage lesion, the overall treatment is more challenging, and the effects may also be poorer.

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Nasopharyngeal cancer examination items

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is a relatively common type of malignant tumor in the head and neck area, with many examination procedures commonly used. Clinically, nasopharyngoscopy, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and pathological biopsy are frequently utilized. Nasopharyngoscopy and MRI of the nasopharyngeal area help determine the specific range of the lesion, which is useful for clinical staging and typing. However, the gold standard for diagnosing nasopharyngeal carcinoma still requires a pathological biopsy. During a nasopharyngoscopy, a sample of soft tissue can be taken for pathological analysis, which allows for a clear diagnosis as well as pathological staging and typing, aiding in subsequent treatment.