Select appropriate management guideline for Unknown /Occult Primary Cancers (CUP) of the Head & Neck according to limited resource scenario

Click on the scenario that reflects the diagnostic tools and therapy available to your patient. This will transfer you to a resource appropriate management pathway.

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  Available Investigations & Treatment
Nasopharyngeal endoscopy X   X X X       X X X X        
CT / MRI / PET X X   X X   X X     X   X      
Chemoradiation X X X   X X   X X         X    
Neck dissection expertise X X X X   X X     X         X  

Index: Clinical Practice Guidelines for CUP

 

Adherence to these guidelines should be applied taking into account the local medical, surgical, and financial resources available to the individual patient, as well as the ability to access services at a better and more appropriately resourced centre. When key resources are unavailable, the authors recommend referral to a centre where optimal management is available.