Ann Arbor, MI - Treatment for advanced throat cancer can mean severe disfigurement and loss of speech.

But findings from a new study could be the voice of hope for patients.

Researchers found that throat cancer tumors carry predictive markers.

That's good news because the markers can help doctors choose the best treatment for patients.

The researchers are working on matching the tumor biology to specific drug combinations to further improve survival rates.

The study can be found in the May 12th online edition of the Journal of Clinical Oncology http://jco.ascopubs.org.