Factors Predicting Contralateral Neck Recurrence in Purely Lateralized Oral Cancer: An Observational Study

Puntos clave

• Contralateral neck recurrence in lateralized oral cancer is significantly influenced by various predictive factors.
• Among the observed predictive factors, specific tumor characteristics were identified as critical at a 5-year follow-up.
• Observational study analyzing patient data from multiple centers highlights the need for comprehensive treatment strategies.
• Findings underscore the importance of proactive measures in managing neck recurrences for improved patient outcomes.