Despite the fact that the highest incidence of skin cancer is found in the head and neck, timely recognition of the malignant state of the disease and appropriate diagnosis making is often delayed and contributes to a considerable amount of late referrals to cancer clinics. The adequate diagnosis and treatment of head and neck skin cancer is strongly dependent on a multidisciplinary approach with active participation of various medical specialists. This symposium brings pitfalls in the diagnostic process of primary skin cancer, neck node metastases, surgical (reconstructive) techniques and multimodality treatment to the attention of the participants. Case report discussions are included as well as how to implement the acquired knowledge.

The symposium is of importance for both residents and specialists working in the field of otolaryngology, maxillo-facial surgery, plastic surgery, dermatology and fellows in training for head and neck oncology and surgery. Lectures and presentations aim at an adequate information on current advances and state of the art of diagnosis and treatment of head and neck skin cancer.