Review of paraneoplastic syndromes associated with oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma

Malignancies are usually preceded by the presence of various paraneoplastic syndromes (PNS), which could be the indirect and/or remote effects of the metabolites produced by neoplastic cells. PNS manifested by oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinomas, which is the most common head and neck malignancy,...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of oral and maxillofacial pathology : JOMFP 2010-07, Vol.14 (2), p.41-47
Hauptverfasser: Mathew, Deepu George, Rooban, T, Janani, V, Joshua, E, Rao, Uk, Ranganathan, K
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Zusammenfassung:Malignancies are usually preceded by the presence of various paraneoplastic syndromes (PNS), which could be the indirect and/or remote effects of the metabolites produced by neoplastic cells. PNS manifested by oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinomas, which is the most common head and neck malignancy, are highlighted in this review. Knowledge of the clinical spectrum of these syndromes will equip the oral physician for early diagnosis and management of these hidden malignancies, especially of the pharyngeal region.
ISSN:0973-029X
1998-393X
DOI:10.4103/0973-029X.72499