Time patterns of recurrence and second primary tumors in a large cohort of patients treated for oral cavity cancer

Time patterns of recurrence and second primary tumors in a large cohort of patients treated for oral cavity cancer

Abstract Introduction Routine follow‐up after curative treatment of patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is common practice considering the high risk of second primaries and recurrences (ie second events). Current guidelines advocate a follow‐up period of at least 5 years. The recommend...

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Main Authors: Maria T. Brands, Elisabeth A. J. Smeekens, Robert P. Takes, Johannes H. A. M. Kaanders, Andre L. M. Verbeek, Matthias A. W. Merkx, Sandra M. E. Geurts
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2019-09-01
Series:Cancer Medicine
Subjects:
head and neck cancer
oral cancer
postoperative surveillance
recurrence
routine follow‐up
second primary tumor
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/cam4.2124

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https://doi.org/10.1002/cam4.2124

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