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Head and neck cancer (HNC) accounted for 8% of global cancers in 2020, with Sweden experiencing a significant increase in cases.
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Trismus, characterized by limited mouth opening, affects up to 33% of HNC patients 3–10 years post-radiotherapy, impacting their quality of life.
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Previous studies have primarily focused on short-term health-related quality of life (HRQL) trajectories, with limited research on long-term effects beyond 5 years.
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The study aims to assess the prevalence of trismus and its impact on HRQL among HNC survivors 10 years after completing radiotherapy.
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Trismus results from tumor burden and radiotherapy, leading to pain, eating limitations, and reduced oral hygiene, further diminishing HRQL.
