Cancer of the tongue or tongue carcinoma is one of the most prevalent head and neck malignancies. Key risk factors include smoking, alcohol consumption, and, increasingly, human papillomavirus infection. The primary interventions for tongue cancer typically involve surgery, complemented by radiation and chemotherapy. The choice of treatment depends on factors such as the stage of the cancer, the overall health of the patient, and the preferences of the medical team and the patient.
Interprofessional teams, including oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, nurses, and support staff, are crucial to providing comprehensive and personalized care for individuals with tongue carcinoma. As part of our Global ONCOnversations 2024 , we organized an exclusive webinar with Dr. Shobana Sekhar , an expert oncologist, where she will share her insights on “ Management of Tongue Carcinoma ” on 4…
