Cancer Care

Larynx Cancer Diagnosis Options

A variety of tests can be used to diagnose larynx cancer, including: 

• Laryngoscopy
• Cranial CT Scan
• Cranial MRI

Mouth Cancer Diagnosis Options

Depending on the location of the suspected cancer, physicians may perform a tongue biopsy or a gum biopsy to diagnose your condition.

Pharynx Cancer Diagnosis Options

Physicians may use special instruments to examine the area deep in the throat for bleeding or masses. If a mass is found, a biopsy will be performed. Other tests may be used to diagnose nasal pharynx cancer including:

• CT Scan
• Chest X-ray
• MRI Scan
• PET Scan

Salivary Gland Cancer Diagnosis Options

If salivary gland cancer is suspected, physicians may perform a salivary gland biopsy to diagnose the condition.

Sinus and Nasal Cavity Diagnosis Options

Physicians may perform a variety of tests to diagnose cancer of the sinus or nasal cavity, including: 

• Head CT Scan
• Nasal Mucosal Biopsy
• X-ray
• Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis Options

Many people will develop a nodule on their thyroid at some point in their lives however most of these are not malignant. Your physician may perform tests to diagnose your condition, including:

• Thyroid Biopsy
• Thyroid Ultrasound
• Thyroid Scan
• Laryngoscopy
• Calcitonin

Physicians on the medical staff at Baylor Dallas offer care management from initial diagnosis or second opinion and consultation through follow-up care. Physician referral information is available through the Patient Navigation Program at 214.820.3535 or by calling 1.800.4BAYLOR (1.800.422.9567) or searching our online physician directory.