Nasal Cytology Changes in Head and Neck Cancer Treatment: A Systemic Review.

ABSTRACT: Nasal cytology is a non-invasive, low-cost exam that can help physicians in the diagnosis of allergic and nonallergic rhinitis, discriminating between different nasal disorders. The aim of this review is to summarize and analyze the current knowledge about nasal cytological examination in head and neck cancer, with a specific focus on the effects of different treatments. Indeed, nasal cytology is important to choose the best treatment for nasal complaints in each patient. A review of the English literature (PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane) was performed (5404 records screened). The inclusion criteria were clinical trials, cohort studies, case-control studies, case series, and case reports regarding nasal cytology in head and neck cancer treatment. Exclusion criteria were as follows: non-human stu

SUBMITTER: Riva G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10417495 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature