Experts explain what tests should be done after suffering from nasopharyngeal cancer

After suffering from nasopharyngeal cancer, some examinations must be done. These nasopharyngeal cancer examinations can help doctors understand the condition of nasopharyngeal cancer patients more clearly, which is crucial for the treatment of nasopharyngeal cancer. So what are the common examination methods for nasopharyngeal cancer ? Let the experts tell you about the common examination methods for nasopharyngeal cancer.

In general, the common examination methods for nasopharyngeal carcinoma are:

1. Fiberoptic nasopharyngeal examination: For this type of nasopharyngeal cancer examination, 1% ephedrine solution can be used to astringe the nasal mucosa and expand the nasal passages. Then 1% dicaine solution is used to anesthetize the nasal passages. Then the fiberscope is inserted from the nasal cavity, and the microscope is pushed forward while being observed until it reaches the nasopharyngeal cavity. This method is simple and the mirror is well fixed, but the observation of the posterior nasal cavity and the front wall of the roof is not satisfactory.

2. Neck biopsy: For cases that have not been diagnosed by nasopharyngeal biopsy, neck mass biopsy can be performed. It is a common method for nasopharyngeal carcinoma examination. Generally, it can be performed under local anesthesia. During the operation, the earliest solid lymph node should be selected, and the capsule should be removed as a whole. If excisional biopsy is difficult, a wedge-shaped biopsy can be performed at the mass. The tissue must be cut to a certain depth and squeezed. At the end of the operation, the surgical field should not be sutured too tightly or too densely.

3. Anterior rhinoscopy: After the nasal mucosa is retracted, the posterior nostril and nasopharynx can be seen through the anterior rhinoscopy. This examination of nasopharyngeal cancer can detect tumors that have invaded or are adjacent to the nostrils.

4. Nasopharyngeal endoscopy: This method of nasopharyngeal carcinoma examination is simple and practical. Each wall of the nasopharynx should be examined in turn, with attention paid to the posterior wall of the nasopharyngeal roof and the pharyngeal recesses on both sides. The corresponding parts on both sides should be compared and observed. Any asymmetric submucosal protrusions or isolated nodules on both sides should be paid special attention.

The above is a description of the common examination methods for nasopharyngeal cancer. I hope it will be helpful to everyone. If you are diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer, you must go to the hospital for treatment in time to control the deterioration of the disease in time and recover your health as soon as possible.