The importance of pre-epiglottis space invasion in the treatment planning of larynx and hypopharynx cancer.

Unlabelled: The involvement of pre-epiglottis space can change the indication for partial laryngeal resection.

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate inter-observer and intra-observer agreement by means of computed tomography analysis regarding the involvement of the pre-epiglottis space (PES) from carcinoma of the upper aerodigestive tract and its relation with therapeutic planning.

Materials And Methods: Retrospective study of ninety-five computed tomography exams of patients with squamous cell carcinoma, from 1990 to 2004, were selected and evaluated; 87 were males and eight females, with ages ranging from 32 to 73 years.