The Department of Dental and Facio-maxillary Surgical Oncology at the National Institute of Cancer Research and Hospital was established in 2008, initially offering outpatient services. In 2009, indoor facilities were introduced with two dedicated beds, allowing us to commence major oral cancer surgeries under general anesthesia.
Our inpatient services have since expanded to include four non-paying beds, with additional paying beds and private cabins available as needed. On average, our department admits 8-10 patients. We conduct major operations two days a week. Our department caters to patients referred from various institutions across the country for diagnosis, definitive surgical procedures, and adjuvant therapy.
Activities:
Major Surgery under General Anesthesia: This includes oral cancer surgery and reconstruction using pedicle flaps (e.g., Pectoralis Major Myocutaneous Flap, Deltopectoralis, Nasolabial, Tongue, Forehead, Abbe-Estlander) and microvascular flaps (e.g., Radial Free Forearm Flap, Fibula Free Flap).
Minor Surgery under Local Anesthesia: This covers procedures such as incisional and excisional biopsy, wound dressing, secondary sutures, and extractions.
Patient Presentation in Departmental Tumor Board: Discussing patient cases within the department's specialized tumor board.
Patient Presentation in Central Tumor Board: Presenting patient cases to the institute's central tumor board for broader consultation.
Patient Care for Referrals: Providing care for patients referred from other departments within our institute.
Ongoing Research: Conducting research work within our department.
Achievments:
1. Major Operation under General Anesthesia- Around 80 Patients / Year
2. Minor Operation under Local Anesthesia – 300 Patients /Year
3. Consultation- 1700 Patient /Year (Apx)
Vision Statement:
To be the leading center of excellence in Bangladesh for comprehensive dental and facio-maxillary surgical oncology, recognized for compassionate patient care, innovative surgical techniques, and impactful research.
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to provide advanced, multidisciplinary care for patients with dental and facio-maxillary cancers, focusing on:
Exceptional Patient Care: Delivering the highest standard of surgical and reconstructive treatment, ensuring optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes.
Cutting-Edge Research: Advancing scientific knowledge and clinical practices in dental and facio-maxillary surgical oncology through dedicated research.
Education and Training: Nurturing the next generation of skilled surgical oncologists and healthcare professionals.
Collaborative Approach: Fostering a collaborative environment with other specialties to provide holistic and integrated patient management.
Community Impact: Improving public health outcomes by increasing awareness, early detection, and accessibility of specialized cancer care across Bangladesh.
Research :
1. Late presentation of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Patient : Analysis of 80 patients
2. Survey on Oral Cancer with Prevalence and antibiotic resistance studies of opportunistic Gram negative Bacilli from cancer site infection.
3. Histopathological Pattern of Oral and Oropharyngeal lesions :A study of 100 patients in a tertiary care hospital.
4. Smokeless Tobacco consumption and Oral Mucosal lesion among admitted patient in National Institute of Cancer Research and Hospital.
Publication :
1. Management Pattern of Ewign’ Sarcoma of Jaw bones in a Tertiary care Hospital.
JOPSOM,Vol36,No1,Jan 2017,Pg.60-65
2. Relationship between histopathological malignancy grading of cervical lymph node metastasis : Analysis of 34 Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Patients.
BDJ, Vol22, No2 2019, Pg.61-65
• Head of Department (HOD): Dr. Md. Nadimul Hasan
• Designation: Associate Professor & Head
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• Office Location: Block-D, 2nd Floor
• Working Hours: 8.0 am to 2.30 pm
