Primary squamous cell carcinoma of the external auditory canal - a nationwide study.

Key Points

• This research investigates the incidence and treatment outcomes of squamous cell carcinoma in the external auditory canal in Sweden.
• Nationwide analysis of squamous cell carcinoma cases in the external auditory canal.
• Comparison of incidence rates in Sweden to international figures.
• Evaluation of treatment approaches and their impact on mortality.
• SCC-EAC incidence in Sweden was lower than in other countries.
• Non-radical surgical approaches significantly increased mortality rates.
• Postoperative radiotherapy was unable to fully offset the mortality from incomplete resections.