
Head and Neck Cancer Rehabilitation
- 1st Edition - June 20, 2024
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Editor: Adrian Cristian
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 1 1 8 0 6 - 7
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 1 1 8 3 6 - 4
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Request a sales quoteEdited by cancer rehabilitation specialist Dr. Adrian Cristian, Head and Neck Cancer Rehabilitation provides clinicians with a concise and accessible resource covering the holistic rehabilitation of head and neck cancer patients. This book begins with the epidemiology, genetics and pathophysiology of cancer in this region and moves into clinical assessment and treatment options before providing comprehensive coverage of rehabilitation. Featuring practical information, best practices, and the latest advances and research, this book provides a valuable reference for physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians and residents, as well as occupational therapists, physical therapists, and ENT specialists.
- Provides a clear understanding of the current medical, surgical and radiation treatments for head and neck cancer.
- Covers the whole spectrum of head and neck cancer rehabilitation, including the role of physical and occupational therapy, the treatment of anxiety and depression, integrative care, nutritional rehabilitation, and more.
- Offers a timely and convenient resource written by leading experts in both head and neck cancer and rehabilitation.
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- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contributors
- Chapter 1. Introduction
- Chapter 2. Head and neck cancer
- Epidemiology
- Prevention
- Presentation and diagnosis
- Staging
- Treatment
- Treatment—Surgery
- Treatment—Radiation therapy
- Treatment—Systemic therapy
- Chapter 3. Radiation therapy in head and neck cancer
- Epidemiology
- Assessment and workup
- Principles of HNC management
- Multidisciplinary care
- Treatment logistics
- Radiation toxicities—Organs at risk
- Technology advancements and treatment deescalation
- Case studies
- Nasopharynx
- Patient education
- Chapter 4. Treatment modalities, surgical principles, and rehabilitation considerations in head and neck cancer
- Introduction
- Treatment modalities in head and neck cancer: Surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy
- Types of surgery and postoperative deficits
- Conclusion
- Chapter 5. Head and neck cancer rehabilitation across the continuum of care
- Introduction
- Prehabilitation/preventative phase
- Restorative phase
- Supportive phase
- Conclusion
- Chapter 6. Muscle wasting and frailty in head and neck cancer
- Cachexia
- Chapter 7. Oral complications from head and neck cancer therapy
- Introduction
- The role of the dentist before and after cancer therapy
- Oral mucositis
- Hyposalivation and xerostomia
- Oral infections
- Neuropathies
- Periodontitis
- Trismus/fibrosis
- Osteoradionecrosis
- Oral immune-related adverse events
- Disfigurement from surgery and psychological/social implications
- Conclusions
- Chapter 8. Physical therapy for head and neck cancer patients
- Introduction
- Treatment
- Surgery
- Radiation treatment
- Radiation fibrosis
- Radiation-induced brachial plexopathy
- Drop head syndrome
- Lymphedema
- Chemotherapy
- Case study
- Conclusion
- Chapter 9. Shoulder dysfunction in head and neck cancer
- Overview
- Definition and causes
- Symptoms and physical findings
- Diagnostic tests
- Treatment options
- Modalities
- Complications of shoulder dysfunction
- Conclusion
- Chapter 10. Head and neck cancer associated lymphedema
- Epidemiology of H&N cancer and associated lymphedema
- Anatomy of H&N lymphatics
- Pathology
- Diagnosis
- Challenges diagnosing, staging, and assessing H&N lymphedema
- Treatment
- Chapter 11. Swallowing and communication disorders in head and neck cancer
- Introduction
- General principles of assessment and management
- Assessment and treatment of voice disorders
- Swallowing
- Conclusions
- Chapter 12. Rehabilitation of communication disorders related to head and neck cancer
- Overview
- Baseline visit
- Treatment/clinical pathways
- Postsurgical/chemoradiation therapy treatment
- Treatment options
- Manual therapy
- Treatment for trismus
- Conclusion
- Case study
- Compensatory strategies for speech production
- Recommendations for vocal hygiene and wellness
- Chapter 13. Nutritional considerations in head and neck cancer
- Introduction
- Dietary patterns
- Estimating nutrition needs
- Nutrition rehabilitation
- Nutrition and survivorship
- Chapter 14. Peripheral nervous system dysfunction in head and neck cancer
- Introduction
- Overview of peripheral nerve injuries
- Functional impact
- Disease-related nerve dysfunction
- Treatment-related nerve dysfunction
- Conclusion
- Chapter 15. Palliative care: Improving quality of life in head and neck cancer patients
- Introduction
- Head and neck cancer epidemiology
- Symptom management
- Xerostomia
- Anorexia
- Dysgeusia
- Fatigue
- Carotid blowout/bleeding
- Dyspnea
- Airway obstructions/palliative tracheostomies
- Retained secretions/mucus
- Psychological distress
- Spiritual and existential distress
- Family and caregiver support/caregiver burnout
- Advance care planning
- End-of-life
- Transition to hospice
- Conclusion
- Chapter 16. Survivorship in head and neck cancer
- Introduction
- A case
- Ongoing survivorship supportive care model
- Survivors should be screened for medical comorbidities
- Survivors should be screened for dysphagia, dysgeusia, xerostomia, odynophagia, and speech impairments
- Survivors should be screened for signs and symptoms of lymphedema
- Survivors should be screened for shoulder dysfunction
- Survivors should be screened for cervical dystonia, neuropathic pain, and radiation fibrosis
- Survivors should be screened for chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy
- Survivors should be screened for trismus
- Survivors should be screened for fatigue
- Survivors should be screened for psychological symptoms and mood disorders
- Survivors should be educated on healthy lifestyle
- Chapter 17. Psychosocial considerations in head and neck cancer
- Introduction
- Overview of psychosocial concerns in head and neck cancer patients and survivors
- Assessment
- Treatment
- Chapter 18. The role of acupuncture in head and neck cancer
- Introduction
- Acupuncture
- Benefits of acupuncture treatment
- Acupuncture treatment session
- Precautions in acupuncture treatment
- Xerostomia
- Chemotherapy-related peripheral neuropathy
- Pain
- Cancer-related fatigue
- Anxiety
- Summary
- Index
- Edition: 1
- Published: June 20, 2024
- Imprint: Elsevier
- No. of pages: 340
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780443118067
- eBook ISBN: 9780443118364
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Adrian Cristian
ADRIAN CRISTIAN Lung Cancer Rehabilitation provides clinicians with a concise and accessible resource covering the holistic rehabilitation of lung cancer patients. This book begins with the epidemiology, genetics and pathophysiology of lung cancer and moves into clinical assessment and treatment options before providing comprehensive coverage of rehabilitation. Containing practical information, best practices and the latest advances and research, this book provides a valuable reference for physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians and residents, as well as occupational therapists and physical therapists.
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Chief, Cancer Rehabilitation, Miami Cancer Institute, Miami, Florida.Read Head and Neck Cancer Rehabilitation on ScienceDirect