I'm leaning towards the selected (supraomahyoid) neck dissection. My brother is very risk intolerant. I don't think he would have peace of mind knowing that the lymph nodes could harbor tumor, or provide a pathway for metastasis.

I appreciate everyone's thoughts. This site is wonderful, and full of such kind-hearted, generous folks.


Tom

Brother of patient with posterior/lateral tongue SqCC:
Biopsy 4/2013 - High grade dysplasia
Excision 5/2013 - Microinvasive SqCC
Lymph node bx 11/2013 - Negative
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