Head & Neck Cancer Surgery
Surgery to remove cancers of the mouth, tongue, throat, voice box, salivary glands, nose and sinuses, often with reconstruction.
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About this Procedure
Head and neck cancer surgery removes cancers that start in the mouth and lips, tongue, throat, voice box (larynx), salivary glands, nose and sinuses. The aim is to remove the tumour with a margin of healthy tissue while preserving speech, swallowing and appearance as far as possible. Operations range from removing a small tumour through the mouth to larger procedures such as partial tongue removal (glossectomy), voice box surgery (laryngectomy) and salivary gland surgery.
Many patients also need a neck dissection, in which lymph nodes in the neck are removed to check whether the cancer has spread and to treat it. Certain throat cancers can be treated with transoral robotic surgery (TORS), which reaches tumours at the back of the throat through the mouth without external cuts. When a larger area of tissue is removed, reconstructive surgeons can rebuild it, sometimes using tissue from another part of the body.
Surgery is done under general anaesthetic. Treatment for head and neck cancer is planned by a multidisciplinary team and may combine surgery with radiotherapy, chemotherapy or other treatments. After surgery, speech and swallowing therapy and nutrition support are an important part of recovery, and the length of stay depends on the extent of the operation and any reconstruction.
Head and neck cancer surgery is offered at Medwell's partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, including BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram and Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj. The treating head and neck surgeon recommends the right operation after reviewing your biopsy, scans and examination findings.
Why travel for this procedure?
- Surgery and reconstruction under one plan
Head and neck surgeons, reconstructive surgeons and oncologists plan removal and rebuilding together. - Accredited partner hospitals
Treatment at established Delhi NCR hospitals such as BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram and Paras Health, Gurugram. - Experienced specialists
Head and neck surgeons at the partner hospitals treat cancers of the mouth, throat, voice box and salivary glands. - Shorter waiting times
Once your reports are reviewed, treatment can usually be scheduled promptly, which matters when a cancer diagnosis is new. - English-speaking teams and Medwell coordination
Care teams consult in English, and Medwell coordinates your quote, visa letter, travel and hotel stay.
Share your biopsy and scans for a free quote
Send your biopsy report, CT/MRI or PET-CT scans and any endoscopy findings. A head and neck surgeon reviews them and Medwell returns a personalised quote, usually within 24 hours.
Travel and tumour board review
Medwell arranges your visa letter, flights and hotel. In Delhi NCR you meet the surgeon, complete any further tests and agree a plan that may include reconstruction.
Surgery, rehabilitation and follow-up
After surgery you receive wound care, nutrition support and speech and swallowing therapy as needed. Medwell stays in touch for any radiotherapy or follow-up visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is head and neck cancer surgery?
Head and neck cancer surgery is an operation to remove cancer from the mouth, tongue, throat, voice box, salivary glands, nose or sinuses. Depending on the tumour, it may involve glossectomy, laryngectomy, salivary gland surgery, transoral surgery and removal of lymph nodes in the neck (neck dissection), sometimes followed by reconstruction of the treated area.
Who needs head and neck cancer surgery?
Head and neck cancer surgery is usually recommended when a biopsy confirms cancer that the team believes can be removed safely. It may be the main treatment or be combined with radiotherapy or chemotherapy. The treating surgeon at a Medwell partner hospital in Delhi NCR confirms suitability after reviewing your biopsy, scans and examination.
What is a neck dissection?
A neck dissection is surgery to remove lymph nodes in the neck to check whether a head and neck cancer has spread and to treat it. According to Cleveland Clinic, a radical neck dissection may take two to four hours under general anaesthetic, and most people stay in hospital for two to five days afterwards.
How long is recovery after head and neck cancer surgery?
Recovery after head and neck cancer surgery varies widely with the size of the operation and whether reconstruction is needed. Smaller operations may need only a short stay, while major surgery with reconstruction needs a longer stay and rehabilitation. Speech, swallowing and nutrition support are often part of recovery, and your surgeon will give you a personalised estimate.
How much does head and neck cancer surgery cost in India?
The cost of head and neck cancer surgery in India depends on the hospital, the extent of surgery, whether reconstruction is needed and the length of your stay, so there is no single fixed price. Share your reports with Medwell and you will receive a free, no-obligation personalised quote from our partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, usually within 24 hours. Your information is kept confidential.
Which hospitals in Delhi NCR offer head and neck cancer surgery?
head and neck cancer surgery is offered at 5 of Medwell's accredited partner hospitals in Delhi NCR: BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, Paras Health, Gurugram, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram and Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj. Medwell helps you choose the hospital and surgeon that suit your case.
How do I plan head and neck cancer surgery in India with Medwell?
To plan head and neck cancer surgery in India with Medwell, share your medical reports and scans for a free, no-obligation personalised quote, usually within 24 hours. Medwell helps you choose the partner hospital and specialist, books your consultation, provides a visa invitation letter and helps arrange flights, a hotel near the hospital and airport pickup. Medwell also helps you plan enough time in India for recovery and any follow-up treatment.