Laryngeal cancer at stage 0 — carcinoma in situ — represents the earliest recognisable form of the disease. This stage is almost exclusively glottic (vocal cord), and its early detection fundamentally shapes the management approach.
These cancers are almost always glottic (vocal cord) cancers that are found early because of voice changes. Because they are detected at such an early stage, they carry a highly favourable prognosis and are nearly always curable.
Management of stage 0 glottic laryngeal cancer involves a targeted local treatment strategy. Radiation therapy is among the options considered for this stage.
Full regimen detail, sequencing, and criteria are available in the complete protocol below.