Cross-Sectional Study of the Prevalence of Synchronous Tumors in Patients Diagnosed with Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Abstract

Background: Synchronous tumors significantly complicate the clinical management of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC), impacting treatment strategies and prognostic outcomes. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and distribution of synchronous tumors in HNSCC patients and to assess their impact on demographic and clinical outcomes