Complete Response of a Giant Metastatic Neck Mass in Tonsillar Squamous Cell Carcinoma Achieved with Radiotherapy Combined with Immunotherapy: A Case Report - Summary - MDSpire

Complete Response of a Giant Metastatic Neck Mass in Tonsillar Squamous Cell Carcinoma Achieved with Radiotherapy Combined with Immunotherapy: A Case Report

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  • Huang, Wenqin

  • Wang, Jian

  • Hong, Xiaohua

  • Peng, Gang

  • April 28, 2026

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Objective:

To report the successful treatment of a large metastatic neck tumor in a patient with tonsillar squamous cell carcinoma using combined radiotherapy and immunotherapy.

Key Findings:
  • Near-total resolution of the metastatic mass after combined treatment.
  • Complete response with only minor skin fibrosis observed.
  • No local recurrence or distant metastasis as of April 15, 2025.
Interpretation:

The case suggests that combined radiotherapy and immunotherapy can be effective in treating advanced, refractory tonsillar squamous cell carcinoma.

Limitations:
  • Uncertainty regarding the role of immune priming or delayed effects of immunotherapy due to previous treatments.
  • Single case study limits generalizability of findings.
Conclusion:

This case highlights a potential synergistic approach for managing advanced tonsillar squamous cell carcinoma, warranting further investigation.

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