Observational study reveals significant posttreatment swallowing deterioration in head and neck cancer patients, highlighting persistent long-term dysphagia after chemoradiation.
Swallowing is a top priority before and after treatment for the vast majority of patients with head and neck cancer. Swallowing deteriorates significantly posttreatment (P < .001). Treatment intensity, younger age, and lower pretreatment scores predict long-term dysphagia. After chemoradiation, there is little improvement from 3 to 12 months.
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