Oropharyngeal cancer occurs in the tissue of the oropharynx, the middle part of the throat that includes the base of the tongue, the tonsils, the soft palate and the walls of the pharynx, which is the cavity behind the nose and the mouth. Many types of tumors can grow in the oral cavity and oropharynx, including benign (non cancerous) growths that don’t spread, harmless growths that can later become cancerous, and cancerous tumors that grow into the adjacent tissue and spread to other parts of the body.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Head and Neck Cancer Program
The Head and Neck Cancer Center is a major provider for patients with early-stage, recurrent, or aggressive head and neck cancers. The nationally recognized team of multidisciplin…
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Cancer Center
The Cancer Center’s experienced specialists combine their skills to create a personalized plan that takes all your needs into account. Our comprehensive, multi-specialty team appr…