The prevalence of human papillomavirus in pediatric tonsils: a systematic review of the literature

The prevalence of human papillomavirus in pediatric tonsils: a systematic review of the literature

Abstract Background HPV-related head and neck cancer rates have been increasing in recent years, with the tonsils being the most commonly affected site. However, the current rate of HPV infection in the pediatric population remains poorly defined. The objective of this study was to systematically re...

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Main Authors: Monika Wojtera, Josee Paradis, Murad Husein, Anthony C. Nichols, John W. Barrett, Marina I. Salvadori, Julie E. Strychowsky
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-01-01
Series:Journal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Subjects:
Pediatric
Human papillomavirus
HPV
Tonsils
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40463-018-0255-1

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