Head and neck cancer remains one of the most common cancers in the UK, with a 16%
increase in incidence over the last decade.
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Head and neck surgery, including tracheostomy placement, leads to acute loss of voice
for the patient. The breakdown in communication between the patient and the medical
team often results in a challenging postoperative journey, with the patient feeling
unheard, isolated, and lacking individualised care.
Cancer Research UK. Head and neck cancers statistics. Available from URL: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/cancer-statistics/statistics-by-cancer-type/head-and-neck-cancers#heading-Zero (last accessed 10 December 2021).
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This additionally is challenging for nursing staff, with many of the difficulties
arising due to a lack of effective communication aids.
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References
Cancer Research UK. Head and neck cancers statistics. Available from URL: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/cancer-statistics/statistics-by-cancer-type/head-and-neck-cancers#heading-Zero (last accessed 10 December 2021).
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Article Info
Publication History
Published online: October 20, 2021
Accepted:
October 11,
2021
Received:
October 8,
2021
Identification
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