Therapeutic strategy for oral cancer with clinical N0 stage: （Original Article）

Wait-and-see policy vs. Elective neck dissection

Abstract

Management of the N0 neck in oral cancer remains controversial. A number of studies, randomized controlled trials, and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network’s (NCCN) guideline recommend elective neck dissection. However, many questions remain unresolved. This study examined this issue and the therapeutic strategy for oral cancer with clinical N0 classification in Japanese clinical practice.