Tracking costs and outcomes for jaw reconstruction after head and neck cancer

This study is tracking the real-world experiences and costs for patients who undergo jaw or upper jaw reconstruction using bone grafts after head and neck cancer surgery. Researchers want to understand how much treatment costs the hospital, what out-of-pocket expenses patients face, and how well patients recover in terms of eating, speaking, and overall quality of life over one year.

When head and neck cancer requires removal of the jaw or upper jaw, surgeons use bone grafts to rebuild these structures, but some patients still struggle with speaking, swallowing, and appearance. This study is gathering information about current treatment pathways and their costs to help develop better reconstruction solutions in the future.