Demographic and prognostic indicators of Adenoid cystic carcinoma in the head and neck: A National Cancer Database analysis

Key Points

• The research aims to identify the demographic and prognostic factors influencing surgical treatment outcomes in head and neck adenoid cystic carcinoma.
• Utilized data from the National Cancer Database
• Analyzed variables such as insurance status, age, and tumor location
• Assessed the impact of comorbidities on surgical receipt
• Surgical treatment significantly increased survival rates for patients with adenoid cystic carcinoma.
• Disparities were found in surgical treatment receipt based on demographic factors.
• Highlighting the need for improved access to care for underrepresented groups.