Dr. Amit is renowned for his expertise in mandible reconstruction, particularly for patients afflicted with buccal mucosa cancer. Dr. Amit's innovative approach involves utilizing a free fistula, along with its vascular supply, harvested from the lower limb. This innovative technique ensures effective reconstruction of the mandible, with the possibility of tooth implantation post-radiotherapy.
Tongue cancer, the second most common after Buccal Mucosa, poses challenges to speech and swallowing. Dr. Amit focuses on tongue reconstruction using a free radical forearm flap, enhancing post-surgery speech and swallowing functions.
Dr. Amit excels in near-total laryngectomy, preserving half of the larynx for phonation post-surgery. Tracheo-esophageal prosthesis (TBP) offers voice rehabilitation in cases where complete larynx removal is necessary.
Subtotal and total maxillectomy, along with free radical forearm flap and free fistula flap techniques, form Dr. Amit's expertise in managing maxilla cancer, ensuring effective reconstruction and functional restoration.
Dr. Amit is an expert in thyroid surgery, particularly in performing hemi or total thyroidectomy procedures while carefully preserving the delicate parathyroid glands. His approach ensures optimal outcomes, especially for young females diagnosed with thyroid cancer.
Salvage surgery in the form of total pharyngolaryngectomy addresses residual esophageal disease post-chemoradiation. Tracheo-esophageal prosthesis (TCP) aids in post-surgery rehabilitation.
Head and neck cancer refers to a group of cancers that start in the head and neck area, including the mouth, throat, sinuses, and salivary glands.
There are several types of head and neck cancer, including oral cavity cancer, oropharyngeal cancer, laryngeal cancer, thyroid cancer, salivary gland cancer, sarcoma of the head and neck, basal cell cancer of the head and neck, squamous cell cancer of the head and neck, and head and neck cancer of unknown primary site.
Risk factors for head and neck cancer include smoking, alcohol consumption, chewing tobacco or betel nut, sun exposure, radiation, and inhalation of asbestos or wood or nickel dust.
Diagnosis typically involves a physical exam, imaging tests such as CT or MRI scans, and a biopsy to examine tissue samples for cancer cells.
Yes, head and neck cancer can spread to other parts of the body, including the lymph nodes, lungs, and bones.
Common symptoms include: