P. M. Harari · N. P. Connor · C. Grau (Eds.)
2009
Treating head and neck cancer involves the treatment of tumors within a highly complex anatomical and physiological environment. Because end organs for critical sensorimotor functions such as breathing, speaking, swallowing, seeing, and hearing are found within the head and neck, the eradication of the disease is particularly challenging. Life threatening diseases must be approached in a manner that not only maximizes survival, but also maximizes functional outcome.