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ESR Bridges: new developments in imaging and treatment of the unknown primary squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck—a multidisciplinary view

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  • Minerva Becker

  • Michiel van den Brekel

  • Roberto Maroldi

  • September 16, 2025

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    HNSCCUP represents 2-5% of head and neck cancers, characterized by metastatic lymph nodes without an identified primary tumor.

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    Accurate detection of the unknown primary tumor is crucial for improving prognosis and reducing treatment-related toxicity.

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    Imaging techniques like ultrasound and multiparametric MRI are essential for guiding diagnosis, biopsy, and treatment planning.

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    HPV and EBV status determination is vital for localizing the primary tumor and influencing treatment decisions in HNSCCUP.

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    FDG PET CT's role in HNSCCUP remains debated, with mixed results on its effectiveness compared to other imaging modalities.

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ESR Bridges: new developments in imaging and treatment of the unknown primary squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck—a multidisciplinary view

  • by Minerva Becker, Michiel van den Brekel, Roberto Maroldi

  • September 16, 2025

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