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Head and Neck Cancer Surgery in Kanakapura Road | Manipal Hospitals

Head and Neck Cancer Surgeries

Head and Neck Cancer Surgery in Kanakapura Road

Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road has become the trusted destination as the leading head and neck cancer surgery hospital in Kanakapura Road, where patients receive comprehensive surgical care that prioritises tumour clearance alongside speech, swallowing, and facial function preservation. Our dedicated head and neck surgical oncologists manage cancers of the oral cavity, larynx, pharynx, thyroid, salivary glands, and skin, employing transoral robotic surgery, laser resection, and microvascular reconstruction techniques. Families appreciate our multidisciplinary tumour board approach that reviews every case meticulously, ensuring personalised treatment plans combining surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy when indicated. From early T1 glottic cancers treated with endoscopic laser to advanced composite resections with free flap reconstruction, we deliver oncologic excellence while restoring patients' quality of life effectively.

How It Works

Head and neck cancer surgery is planned after a detailed diagnostic work-up confirms the tumour type, stage, and extent. Evaluation includes physical examination, imaging studies such as CT or MRI scans, and biopsy reports. These findings help define tumour margins and identify lymph node involvement.
Surgery is performed under general anaesthesia to ensure airway control and patient comfort. Depending on tumour location, procedures may involve the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, salivary glands, or neck. Surgeons aim to remove cancer completely while preserving nerves, muscles, and vital structures where clinically feasible. In some cases, reconstructive techniques are used to restore form and function.
Bleeding control and tissue handling are managed carefully throughout the procedure. After surgery, patients are monitored for airway stability, wound healing, and pain control. Surgical findings guide further treatment planning, including the need for radiation or chemotherapy, and inform structured follow-up care.

Benefits

  • Surgical management offers critical benefits in cancer control.

  • Complete removal of primary tumours where indicated

  • Accurate post op staging to guide further oncology treatment

  • Preservation of speech and swallowing as much as possible

  • Reduced risk of local disease progression

  • Enables coordinated multimodal cancer care

What to Expect

From diagnosis through recovery, patients are supported at each stage with structured and coordinated care.

  • Consultation & Diagnosis - Clinical examination, imaging, and biopsy review are conducted to confirm the diagnosis and plan treatment.

  • Pre-operative Preparation - Patients receive guidance on fasting, medications, nutritional support, and anaesthetic evaluation.

  • Surgery Day - Head and neck cancer surgery is performed under general anaesthesia by specialised surgeons.

  • Recovery Room Monitoring - Close observation focuses on airway safety, pain control, and neurological status.

  • Hospital Stay - An inpatient stay supports wound care, nutrition, and early rehabilitation.

  • Postoperative Care - Instructions cover wound management, speech or swallowing precautions, and activity limits.

  • Follow-up Appointments - Healing progress and pathology results are reviewed, and additional treatment is planned if required.

  • Long-term Recovery - Rehabilitation and ongoing surveillance support functional recovery and disease control.

Why Manipal Hospitals

Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore, provides comprehensive surgical care for head and neck cancers within a structured oncology framework. Surgeries are performed by experienced head and neck surgeons trained in oncological and function-preserving techniques. Each case is reviewed through multidisciplinary collaboration involving surgical oncology, radiation oncology, medical oncology, and rehabilitation specialists. The hospital follows established protocols for perioperative safety, airway management, and postoperative monitoring. Reconstructive support and rehabilitation services help restore speech and swallowing where required. Clear communication and planned follow-up ensure patients understand treatment decisions and recovery expectations.

Why patients choose us

  • Surgeons experienced in head and neck oncology surgery in Kanakapura Road

  • Multidisciplinary cancer planning and review

  • Focus on functional preservation and safety

  • Coordinated postoperative rehabilitation support

  • Structured follow-up pathways with Medical and Radiation Oncology 

Department – ENT and Head & Neck

The ENT and Head & Neck Department at Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road manages complex head and neck cancers with integrated diagnostic and surgical services. The department works closely with oncology and rehabilitation teams to support accurate treatment planning and continuity of care across all stages of cancer management.

Services Offered

Services include surgical management of oral, pharyngeal, laryngeal, and salivary gland cancers, neck dissections, tumour biopsies, and reconstructive procedures. Care is coordinated with radiation and medical oncology to support comprehensive cancer treatment and long-term follow-up.

Facilities and Services

The hospital provides advanced operating theatres for oncologic surgery, supported by postoperative monitoring units for airway and wound care. Imaging, pathology, and oncology services are available on-site. Nursing teams are trained in specialised head and neck cancer postoperative management.

Expert head & neck cancer surgery at Manipal Hospitals Kanakapura Road, Bangalore with advanced treatments for safe, effective care

FAQ's

Yes, transoral robotic surgery and CO₂ laser resection treat T1-T2 tumours, preserving voice and swallowing function with excellent oncologic control.

Fibula free flap with dental implants restores jaw continuity, facial contour, and chewing function; radial forearm flaps for soft tissue defects.

Not necessarily. Partial laryngectomy cancer surgery can help preserve voice, whereas patients who undergo total laryngectomy receive a tracheoesophageal prosthesis, which can help achieve about 80% of functional speech.

The hospital stay following head and neck cancer surgery varies by procedure, with minimally invasive transoral robotic surgery (TORS) requiring only 1 to 2 days. Complex composite resections involving free flap reconstruction generally require a week-long hospital stay to ensure the tissue graft is healing correctly. Throughout this period, initial ICU monitoring and early rehabilitation plans are utilized to facilitate a safe transition to home care.

Our head and neck cancer surgery hospital in Kanakapura Road offers robotic precision, microvascular reconstruction expertise, tumour board guidance, and comprehensive rehabilitation, with improved quality of life.

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