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Epidemiology and Demographics of the Head and Neck Cancer Population.
- Source :
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Oral and maxillofacial surgery clinics of North America [Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am] 2018 Nov; Vol. 30 (4), pp. 381-395. Date of Electronic Publication: 2018 Aug 03. - Publication Year :
- 2018
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Abstract
- Head and neck malignancies comprise a heterogeneous group of malignancies that cause significant morbidity to those affected. These malignancies are associated with specific risk factors and exposures, some of which impact prognosis. The most common risk factors for developing head and neck cancers are tobacco and alcohol use. Marijuana and e-cigarettes, occupational exposures, and use of topical substances have also been linked to head and neck cancers. Human papilloma virus has been associated with oropharyngeal cancer. Such measures as oral hygiene, screening, smoking cessation, and vaccination are measures taken to decrease the incidence and morbidity of head and neck cancers.<br /> (Published by Elsevier Inc.)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1558-1365
- Volume :
- 30
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Oral and maxillofacial surgery clinics of North America
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 30078696
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.coms.2018.06.001