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Treatment of Recurrent and Metastatic Hypopharyngeal Cancer
Source: Hypopharyngeal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: February 12, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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For information about the treatments listed below, see the Treatment Option Overview section.
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Treatment of hypopharyngeal cancer that has recurred (come back) or that has spread to other parts of the body may include:
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Surgery.
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Radiation therapy.
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Chemotherapy.
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Immunotherapy (nivolumab or pembrolizumab).
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A clinical trial of chemotherapy.
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Use our clinical trial search to find NCI-supported cancer clinical trials that are accepting patients. You can search for trials based on the type of cancer, the age of the patient, and where the trials are being done. General information about clinical trials is also available.
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