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← Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer

FOR PATIENTS · SOURCE READING

Key Points

Source: Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: November 8, 2024 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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Context: Treatment Option Overview

There are different types of treatment for patients with paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer.

Patients with paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer should have their treatment planned by a team of doctors with expertise in treating head and neck cancer.

The following types of treatment are used:

The following types of treatment are used:

Surgery

The following types of treatment are used:

Radiation therapy

The following types of treatment are used:

Chemotherapy

New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.

Treatment for paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer may cause side effects.

Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial.

Patients can enter clinical trials before, during, or after starting their cancer treatment.

Follow-up tests may be needed.

Preserved source evidence · Independent clinical review pending · Not medical advice