Advanced-technique radiation therapy for nasopharyngeal carcinoma in a low resource setting: a review of treatment-related quality of life.

Background: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a rare but significant public health concern, especially in Africa, with a rising global incidence. This study aimed to investigate the pattern of presentation, treatment outcomes and impact on health-related quality of life (HRQOL) of NPC patients at a tertiary institution in Lagos, Nigeria.

Methodology: A retrospective review of all nasopharyngeal cancer patients ( = 125) treated at a tertiary centre in Lagos, Nigeria, from May 2019 to 2022 was done.