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Physical examination

Inspection + palpation of upper aero-digestive tract

Inspection + palpation of neck

Additional for specific sites:

cranial nerve function (nasopharynx, parotid gland)

bimanual palpation (floor of mouth, level I nodes)

tongue mobility (base of tongue)

Dental status

General condition

Weight

Examination under anesthesia

Diagram/photograph!

Head and neck cancer: diagnostic workup