This clinically oriented book provides a comprehensive update on the biology, diagnosis, and treatment of salivary gland cancer. Detailed information is presented on molecular characterization and radiological staging, and a series of treatment-related chapters describe the different surgical approaches to major and minor salivary gland cancer, including reconstructive surgery techniques, and the roles of radiotherapy and heavy ion therapy. Rehabilitation, follow-up, and the management of metastatic disease are also fully discussed. The aim is to equip the reader with the knowledge required to deliver appropriate tailored treatment in each patient, based on tumor characteristics and other pertinent factors. An additional feature is the inclusion of information on advocacy groups and their perspectives. All of the chapters are written by leading specialists in the field. In presenting the most recent advances and innovations in diagnosis and therapy and relating them to individualized treatment, this book will appeal to a wide audience including otorhinolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, maxillofacial surgeons, radiation oncologists, and other clinicians.

Management-Based Pathology Assessment of Salivary Gland Carcinomas

Molecular characterization of salivary gland carcinomas
The role of imaging in staging and follow-up of salivary gland tumors
Surgery for malignant parotid gland tumours
Surgery for Submandibular and Sublingual Malignant Tumors
Surgery for malignant tumours of the minor salivary glands
Surgical Management of Recurrent Disease
Principles of Reconstruction: Reconstruction of the Parotid Area
Principles of Reconstruction: Palato-Maxillary Reconstruction
Salivary gland tumors: Radiotherapy
Protons and Heavy Ions
Systemic therapy in salivary glands carcinoma.