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Nasal Cavity Tumors
Source: Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)–Health Professional Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: July 5, 2024 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment of Stage IV Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer
Nasal cavity tumors are squamous cell carcinomas.
Treatment options for stage IV nasal cavity tumors include the following:
Surgery alone.
Radiation therapy alone.[5] Concurrent chemotherapy and radiation therapy may be considered.
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Combined surgery and radiation therapy (postoperative radiation therapy is preferred).[5]
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Clinical trials for advanced tumors should be considered to evaluate chemotherapy preoperatively or before radiation therapy. Adjuvant therapy after surgery or after combined-modality therapy should also be considered.
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