Dr Ronald Chin Overview: What Are Malignant Tumours of the Larynx?
Laryngeal cancer refers to malignant tumours of the larynx (voice box)—a crucial structure involved in breathing, speaking, and swallowing. Most laryngeal cancers are squamous cell carcinomas, often linked to smoking and alcohol use.
Key Symptoms:
- Persistent hoarseness or voice changes
- Chronic sore throat or cough
- Difficulty swallowing
- Lump in the neck
- Ear pain without infection
- Breathing difficulties in advanced cases
Risk Factors:
- Tobacco use (smoking or chewing)
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- HPV infection (less common)
- Age over 55, more common in males
- Occupational exposure to irritants
Diagnosis & Treatment:
Diagnosis involves laryngoscopy, biopsy, and imaging (CT/MRI). Treatment depends on the cancer’s stage and may include radiotherapy, surgery, chemotherapy, or a combination. Voice-preserving techniques are often prioritised in early cases.
Why Early Detection Is Vital:
Persistent hoarseness lasting over three weeks should not be ignored. Early diagnosis can preserve speech and improve survival—prompt ENT evaluation is essential.
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Dr Ronald Chin is an Australian trained Otolaryngologist Head and Neck Surgeon.
After graduating as a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Dr Chin undertook further specialised training in Head and Neck Cancer at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.
He has published many research papers and is an active teacher and scholar.
As part of his subspecialty training, Dr Chin has training in Laser, Da Vinci Robotic, Flex Robotic and complex surgical techniques.
In addition to specialised Head and Neck Cancer, Dr Chin also enjoys general adult and paediatric ENT Surgery and practices sinus, snoring/sleep and general paediatric ENT Surgical procedures.
Dr Ronald Chin works as a general Otolaryngologist, offering a wide range of surgical and non-surgical treatments including ear surgery, nose surgery and throat surgery. He provides treatment for chronic conditions such as tonsillitis, sinus problems and problems with hearing.
He is also involved in the diagnosis and treatment of many conditions such as facial paralysis, head and neck cancer and sleep apnea. As well as performing surgery on children, he also provides specialist care for adults, including the treatment of throat disorders, voice loss and ear problems.
Dr Chin has also served as a Conjoint Associate Professor at the University of Sydney, a Conjoint Associate Professor at Western Sydney University and an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Technology Sydney.
