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Your Treatment Pathway: An Overview
A stage-by-stage look at what a treatment pathway for laryngeal cancer may involve, from diagnosis through to recovery at home.
When you are diagnosed with laryngeal cancer, your care team will work with you to decide the most appropriate treatment. This page explains the likely stages of your pathway so you know what to expect.
Before treatment
You will have a series of appointments to assess your health and plan your care. You may meet your consultant, specialist nurse, speech and language therapist, and dietitian. This is a good time to ask questions.
During treatment
Treatment may involve radiotherapy, surgery, or both. Your team will prepare you for what each stage involves and what side effects to expect. You will have regular check-ins throughout.
After treatment and recovery
Recovery takes time. Your team will support you with managing any changes to your voice, swallowing, or breathing. Follow-up appointments will monitor your progress and address any concerns.