Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
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What is the definition of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma?
Oral squamous cell carcinoma is the most common mouth cancer (95%). Oral squamous cell carcinoma can develop in any part of the mouth, including the lips, gums, tongue, inner lining of the cheeks, roof of mouth, and floor of mouth. Oral squamous cell carcinoma can spread (metastasize) to other areas of the head and neck.
What are the symptoms of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma?
Symptoms of oral squamous cell carcinoma may include a sore on the lip or mouth that does not heal, a sore that bleeds, a white or reddened patch inside the mouth, loose teeth, a lump or other growth in the mouth, neck lump, mouth and ear pain, a change in speech, and difficulty swallowing.
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What are the current treatments for Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma?
Treatment for oral squamous cell carcinoma depends on the affected area and stage of the mouth cancer and may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted drug therapy (cetuximab), immunotherapy, reconstructive surgery, dental implants, and speech and occupational rehabilitation. Individuals with oral squamous cell carcinoma should quit smoking or other tobacco products and drinking alcohol. After treatment, individuals who have had oral squamous cell carcinoma will need regular follow-up to check for cancer recurrence.
Who are the top Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Local Doctors?
Kyle T. Colvett
Distinguished in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Radiation Oncology
Distinguished in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Radiation Oncology

Appalachian Radiation Oncology Associates PC

400 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
Johnson City, TN 
Languages Spoken:
English

. Dr. Colvett is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Laryngeal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer.

Timothy P. Zajonc
Distinguished in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Otolaryngology
Distinguished in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Otolaryngology

Ear Nose And Throat Associates, PC

2340 Knob Creek Rd, Suite 704, 
Johnson City, TN 
Languages Spoken:
English

. Dr. Zajonc is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Perichondritis, and Myringotomy.

 
 
 
 
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Kyle A. Work
Advanced in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Hematology | Oncology
Advanced in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Hematology | Oncology

Cancer Centers Of Colorado - St. Mary's Regional Hospital (Med Onc)

750 Wellington Avenue, 
Grand Junction, CO 
Experience:
14+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Dr. Kyle Work joined the Cancer Centers of Colorado at St. Mary?s Medical Center oncology team in 2018. He is a hematologist-oncologist. Dr. Work treats all types of cancers with a special interest in head and neck cancer, lung cancer and genitourinary cancers.Dr. Work is originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma where he graduated from the University of Tulsa with a degree in biology, and earned his medical degree at Oklahoma State University. He then moved to Kansas City where he completed his internal medicine residency and hematology / oncology fellowship at the University of Kansas Health System. During his hematology and oncology fellowship, he served as chief fellow for two years.Dr. Work is an investigator involved in clinical research trials in the area of hematology and medical oncology. His clinical research focus includes head and neck cancers, brain and lung cancers. When he is not working, he enjoys mountain biking, camping, and hiking with his wife and golden retrievers. Dr. Work is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.

What are the latest Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Clinical Trials?
Sintilimab Plus Chemotherapy as Neoadjuvant and Adjuvant Treatment for Locally Advanced Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Multicenter, Open-label, Randomized, Phase III Clinical Study

Summary: This is a multicenter, open-label, randomized phase III clinical trial evaluating perioperative treatment with sintilimab combined with chemotherapy in patients with locally advanced oral squamous cell carcinoma. Despite standard treatment with surgery followed by postoperative radiotherapy or chemoradiotherapy, patients with locally advanced oral squamous cell carcinoma remain at high risk of rec...

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Prospective Cohort Study on Oral Microbiome Changes in Patients With Locally Advanced Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Following Neoadjuvant Chemoimmunotherapy

Summary: Investigating the Relationship Between Oral Microbiome Alterations and Tumor Markers in Locally Advanced Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (LA-OSCC) After Neoadjuvant Chemoimmunotherapy: Implications for Therapeutic Efficacy, Chemoresistance, and Prognostic Assessment