Publications by authors named "Junghsieh Hsieh"
Association between cervical lymph node dissection and dementia: a retrospective analysis.
J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study examines the link between cervical lymph node dissection in head and neck cancer patients and an increased risk of dementia.
- Among 251 patients analyzed, a small number developed dementia post-surgery, suggesting a correlation with the extent of lymphatic surgery performed.
- Findings emphasize the need to consider the impact of lymphatic drainage on brain health when planning surgical approaches for head and neck cancer.