Descriptive epidemiology and risk factors for head and neck cancer.
Journal Article (Review)
Although more common in developing countries, over 11,000 deaths will occur in the United States from head and neck cancer in 2004. Squamous cell carcinomas account for the vast majority of cases in the United States and the majority of these are related to exposure to tobacco and alcohol. Newer data suggest a genetic contribution. This group is the focus of primary and secondary preventative efforts.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Sturgis, EM; Wei, Q; Spitz, MR
Published Date
- December 2004
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 31 / 6
Start / End Page
- 726 - 733
PubMed ID
- 15599850
Pubmed Central ID
- 15599850
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0093-7754
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1053/j.seminoncol.2004.09.013
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States