Factors associated with the quality of life of subjects with facial disfigurement due to surgical treatment of head and neck cancer

Background: Facial disfigurement has been considered one of the most challenging consequences of the surgical treatment for head and neck cancer patients, mainly due to the importance of the facial region for the personal identity, body self-image and interpersonal interactions, which might affect n...

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Main Authors: Adorno, M. (Author), Leles, C. (Author), Mendonça, E. (Author), Nogueira, T.E (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Medicina Oral S.L. 2018
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