Transoral carbon dioxide laser surgery for primary treatment of oropharyngeal malignancy

The condition

Tumours in the oropharynx can cause a sore throat, ulcers in the mouth or throat, white or red patches that may be swollen or bleeding, difficulty swallowing, and pain in the ear. They can be treated with combinations of surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

NHS Choices (www.nhs.uk) may be a good place to find out more.

NICE has looked at using transoral carbon dioxide laser surgery as another treatment option. Click on to the next page to find out more.