Nasal Endoscopy (NBI) [M2ENT240008]

About This Service

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is the abnormal growth of cells or changes in the cells that lead to the development of malignant tissue, which can spread to other parts of the body. NPC occurs in the nasopharynx, which is a wide cavity located at the back of the nasal cavity, serving as a passageway for air to reach the throat. This area can easily be exposed to harmful substances such as cigarette smoke, toxins, or incomplete combustion products, which may irritate the nasopharynx and increase the risk of cancer.
Causes of Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma:
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is one of the most common cancers in the head and neck region in Thailand. It typically affects individuals between the ages of 30-60, and it is more common in men, with a male-to-female ratio of about 3:1. The key causes and risk factors include:
1.Chronic infection with Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV): EBV is a known risk factor for NPC development.
2.Genetic predisposition: NPC is more prevalent in Southeast Asia, particularly in southern China and Hong Kong.
3.Dietary habits: Consuming preserved meats such as salted fish, fermented meats, and sausages (which contain carcinogens like nitrosamines) may increase the risk of NPC. Inhalation of these substances can lead to DNA changes in the cells of the nasopharynx, potentially resulting in mutations.
4.Exposure to carcinogenic substances from occupation and the environment: Exposure to dust, wood dust, leather dust, textile dust, cigarette smoke, isopropyl alcohol, nickel compounds, formaldehyde, and chromium is a significant risk factor for NPC.
Conditions for receiving service:
- The listed price includes service fees but does not include the cost of medications or treatment if abnormalities are found after the examination.
- The listed price is valid only for Thai customers.
- This program is available only at the Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic of Phyathai 2 Hospital.
- This program is valid for use from July 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025.
Conditions
1.Includes hospital service fees and physician procedure fees.
2.Does not include medication costs.
3.Does not include treatment costs if abnormalities are detected after the examination.

Sales Period and service Period
Sale period : 2 January - 31 July 2025
Service period : 2 January - 31 December 2025