Oropharyngeal cancer: an emergent disease?

摘要: Oropharyngeal cancer incidence has recently increased, thereby attracting public attention. Akin to other malignancies of the upper aerodigestive tract, it been attributed carcinogenic effects tobacco and alcohol use. However, recent evidence shows that a substantial increase in disease is attributable human papillomavirus (HPV). Marked progress made relation knowledge molecular genetic mechanisms involved genesis progression these cancers. This led development new promising therapies more specific less toxic nature have prolonged life improved its quality. failed significantly proportion patients who are cured. To decrease mortality associated with neoplasms, necessary adopt health measures aimed at prevention early diagnosis.