In this article, we will discuss Neck cancer, its causes, types and PET CT as a diagnostic tool for the detection of Neck cancer. We will also discuss some common questions related to Neck cancer.
Neck cancer is the broader term that includes many organs of the body which may have tumours. Neck cancer can include your throat, mouth, nasal cavity etc. Any abnormal growth of cells in these organs or associated organ is treated as neck cancer. Various neck cancers are treatable if identified at the earliest stages of the cancer. PET CT is an effective tool for the detection of cancer and effective can be treated. The reason for the neck cancer depends of the organ involved in the cancer. Usually the lining of the organs get mutated and leads to the formation of uncontrolled growth of cells which forms tumors.
What is Neck cancer?
Neck cancer is the condition that occurs due to uncontrolled growth of cells in any part associated with the neck. It can be nasal cavity, voice box, mouth etc. Any part involved can spread the cancer to other associated parts of the neck. Neck is the important part of body connected with head and holds various body parts like nerves, vessels and bones to hold the neck.
What are the Causes of Neck cancer?
Neck cancer can be due to the cell DNA mutates and leading to the formation of uncontrolled division of cells. Other factors that can lead to the cancer include:
- Tobacco use
- HPV virus infection
- Betel nut chewing
- Alcohol consumption
- Weak immune system
- Genetics
- Family history etc.
Which types of Neck cancers are detected by PET CT Scan?
There are various types of Neck cancers that can be detected by the PET CT scan and these cancers include:
- Oral cancer
- Salivary gland cancer
- Nasal cavity cancer
- Nasopharyngeal cancer
- Oropharyngeal cancer
- Laryngeal cancer
What is PET CT used to show in the diagnosis of Neck cancer?
PET CT can show a number of conditions in the Neck cancer and these include:
- Stage of Neck cancer
- Finding the primary cancer in neck
- Monitoring treatment
- Guiding surgical planning
- High resolution imaging
- Recurrence of Neck cancer
- Distant metastases
- Site of Neck cancer
- Helps to design the treatment for Neck cancer
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Conclusion
Neck cancer can be the group of various cancers of the organ present within the neck. Cancer like mouth, nasopharyngeal cancer, Oropharyngeal cancer, tongue cancer etc. are associated with the neck cancer. The common cause of neck cancer is not unknown but mutation to the cell lining of the organs can lead to the cancer which can spread to nearby organ and lead to neck cancer. The cancer is treatable if identified at the earliest of the stages. PET CT is advanced diagnostic tool for the detection of abnormalities and helps in early treatment of the cancer.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Neck cancer?
Neck cancer can be the group of cancers of the organs present in the neck. It can be voice box, wind pipe, mouth and associated tissues within the neck.
What are the Causes of Neck cancer?
There most common cause of neck cancer is considered the mutation in the cell lining of the organs. These leads to the formation of tumors and which eventually leads to cancer or organs present in the neck.
Can PET CT Scan detect Neck cancer?
Yes, PET CT is effective diagnostic tool in detection of Neck cancer.
Where is PET CT Scan for Neck cancer near me in Delhi?
Patient can visit Ganesh Diagnostic Imaging Centre for Neck cancer PET CT Scan with heavy discounts. For more information and appointment, click here.
