epidemiology
Last reviewed 01/2018
The total incidence of mouth, lip and pharyngeal cancers in England and Wales is approximately 3,600 cases per annum.
Clinical features of hypopharyngeal cancer:
- dysphagia 80%
- otalgia 60-70%
- hoarseness 50%
Reference:
- (1) Referral Guidelines for Suspected Cancer (April 2000). NHS Executive.