HPV and Head and Neck Cancers

This book serves a snapshot of the current knowledge base in field. As human papillomavirus (HPV) causes a rising number of oropharyngeal cancers, understanding the biological, clinical and social implications of this infection has become increasingly important for head and neck practitioners. This...

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Other Authors: Fakhry, Carole (Editor), D’Souza, Gypsyamber (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New Delhi Springer India 2015, 2015
Edition:1st ed. 2015
Series:Head and Neck Cancer Clinics
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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520 |a This book serves a snapshot of the current knowledge base in field. As human papillomavirus (HPV) causes a rising number of oropharyngeal cancers, understanding the biological, clinical and social implications of this infection has become increasingly important for head and neck practitioners. This book reflects the multidisciplinary nature of the scientific and clinical questions involved in this disease. Experts in epidemiology, diagnosis and treatment of HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer present in-depth reviews which will help to improve the reader’s understanding of this topic. The authors provide insight for answers of common patient and provider questions about HPV infection and related disease, and highlight remaining questions to be answered in the coming years