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A Longitudinal Study To Investigate Changes In Functional Ability And Concerns In Head Neck Cancer Patients Undergoing Neck Dissection, Mariya Ehsan
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Introduction:
The study investigated changes of shoulder/neck range of motion (ROM), shoulder strength, patient concerns and quality of life at pre-surgery and 1 month following neck dissection surgery.
Method:
Participants were 30 head and neck cancer patients selected for unilateral neck dissection. Shoulder/neck ROM and shoulder strength were measured at pre-surgery and 1 month post-surgery. The Patient Concerns Inventory-Level of Importance, University of Washington Quality of Life, Shoulder Pain and Disability Index and Neck Dissection Impairment Index were completed at the same time periods.
Result:
A significant drop in ROM and strength were found after surgery. Patients’ concerns changed over …