Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma

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Can You Distinguish Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma from Esophageal Adenocarcinoma?

06/04/2025

Anthony Calabro, MA

Esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) and adenocarcinoma differ not only in their histology but also in risk factors and anatomical distribution. Test your understanding of where ESCC typically...

06/04/2025

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FDA Approves Pembrolizumab for Adults with Resectable Locally Advanced Head, Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma

07/21/2025

Kate Young

The FDA announced on June 12 that it has approved pembrolizumab for adult patients with resectable locally advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) whose tumors express PD-L1.

07/21/2025

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High Opioid Use in Patients With Head, Neck Cancer Undergoing Treatment

04/17/2023

Leigh Precopio

In a recent study presented at the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association annual conference, researchers examined the use of opioids in patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma while undergoing...

04/17/2023

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