Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, and Prevention of Head and Neck Cancer

Olshan, Andrew F.

The purpose of this book is to provide a current perspective on the epidemiology head and neck cancer. Cancers of the oral cavity, pharynx, and larynx comprise an important group of tumors with diverse international patterns of incidence and mortality, established risk factors, suggested association with a virus, and potential genetic susceptibility determinants. These tumors offer a unique insight into mechanisms of cancer initiation and progression and gene-exposure interaction.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2010-03-04

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781441914712

DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4419-1472-9

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 207