Oral cancer surgery is performed to remove cancerous tumors affecting the lips, tongue, gums, inner cheeks, floor of the mouth, and palate. The primary goal is to completely remove the cancer while preserving essential functions such as speech, swallowing, and appearance whenever possible.
Tongue cancer surgery focuses on removing cancer from the tongue while preserving speech, swallowing, and tongue function as much as possible. Treatment is tailored according to the stage and location of the tumor.
Buccal mucosa cancer surgery focuses on removing cancer from the inner lining of the cheek while preserving chewing, speech, swallowing, and facial function as much as possible. Treatment is planned according to the tumor’s size, depth, location, and stage.
Lip cancer surgery focuses on removing the cancerous tissue while preserving the appearance and essential functions of the lips, including speech, eating, and oral competence. Treatment is tailored according to the tumor’s location, size, depth, and stage.
Laryngeal cancer surgery focuses on removing cancer from the voice box while preserving breathing, swallowing, and voice function whenever possible. The surgical approach depends on the tumor’s location, extent, and stage.
Pharyngeal cancer surgery focuses on removing cancer from the throat while preserving swallowing, speech, and other essential functions as much as possible. Treatment is carefully planned based on the tumor’s location, size, extent, and stage.
Nasal and paranasal sinus cancer surgery focuses on removing tumors from the nasal cavity or surrounding sinuses while preserving important structures and function whenever possible. Treatment is tailored according to the tumor’s location, extent, and involvement of nearby structures.
Skull base tumor surgery focuses on removing tumors located at or near the base of the skull while protecting critical nerves, blood vessels, and surrounding brain structures. The surgical approach is selected according to the tumor’s type, location, size, and extent.
Recurrent head and neck cancer surgery focuses on removing cancer that has returned after previous treatment, when surgery is appropriate. Treatment requires careful assessment of the tumor’s location, previous treatments, and involvement of surrounding tissues and structures.
“Behind every diagnosis is a person with hopes, fears, and loved ones. My goal is to guide each patient with expertise, empathy, and unwavering commitment.”
— Dr. Gurukeerthi B Kedilaya
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