Human papillomavirus –associated oropharyngeal cancer among patients aged 70 and older: Dramatically increased prevalence and clinical implications

Oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC) is increasing in incidence among older adults. However, the role of human papillomavirus (HPV) in driving this trend  and its prognostic significance in this population have not been established.

Source: European Journal of Cancer - September 27, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Diana J. Lu, Michael Luu, Alain Mita, Kevin Scher, Stephen L. Shiao, Emi P. Yoshida, Mark P. Sittig, Jon Mallen-St Clair, Allen S. Ho, Zachary S. Zumsteg Tags: Original Research Source Type: research