**2. Preoperative assessment**

A thorough pre-operative assessment is the mainstay of any successful anesthetic management of onco-surgery of the head and neck. Appropriate control of any co-morbidity is of paramount importance. A considerable number of these patients may have a difficult airway, which may require utilization of advanced airway management techniques. A planned approach and thorough communication across multidisciplinary teams will help in reducing any unwanted outcomes. A step by step approach is essential during the Preoperative assessment of such patients.
