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Surgery
Source: Childhood Nasopharyngeal Cancer (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: April 10, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Types of treatment for childhood nasopharyngeal cancer / Treatment options
Surgery to remove the tumor is done if the tumor has not spread throughout the nasal cavity and throat at the time of diagnosis.
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