ArticleBrazilian journal of otorhinolaryngology
Long-term functional outcomes and quality of life after partial glossectomy for T2 squamous cell carcinomas.
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- Functional tongue reconstruction using innervated TDAP versus ALT free flaps: a retrospective paired-cohort study.Head & face medicine · 2025Observational
- Mast cell - tumor cell interaction related gene and microRNA expression profiles in oral squamous cell carcinoma.Frontiers in oncology · 2025Article
- Voice Rehabilitation after tongue cancer surgery: a cohort study in indian population.Indian journal of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery : official publication of the Association of Otolaryngologists of India · 2024Article
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- Speech disorders in patients with Tongue squamous cell carcinoma: A longitudinal observational study based on a questionnaire and acoustic analysis.BMC oral health · 2023Observational
- Effect of Radiotherapy on Functional and Health-Related Quality of Life Outcomes after Jaw Reconstruction.Cancers · 2022Article
- Current status and evolution of microsurgical tongue reconstructions, part I.Archives of craniofacial surgery · 2022Article
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Abstract
introductionPartial glossectomy and reconstruction strategy for malignant tongue tumors influences speech and swallowing.
objectiveThe aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate long-term functional outcomes after partial glossectomy for pT2 mobile tongue carcinomas with a maximum dimension between 2 and 3cm. Different reconstruction strategies (with or without pedicled flap) were compared.
methodsTwenty-two patients with at least 12 months followup were included. Clinician-based and self-reported instruments were used to analyze tongue motility, speech intelligibility and articulation, swallowing, and quality of life.
resultsPatients with a higher tongue motility had better articulation and lower dysphagia. Avoiding pedicled flap reconstruction seemed to guarantee lower impairment of speech and swallowing. Worse functional outcomes induced a lower quality of life.
conclusionPartial glossectomy results in tongue motility impairment and consequently alterations of oral functions. Since the type of reconstruction impacts long-term outcomes, it should be adequately planned before surgery.
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