2015
DOI: 10.15850/amj.v2n4.630
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Profile of Head and Neck Cancer Patients at Department of Otorhinolaringology-Head and Neck Surgery Dr. Hasan Sadikin General Hospital Bandung

Abstract: Background: Head and neck cancer is a health problem with a high mortality rate. Head and neck cancer are increasing and effect many individuals from diverse backgrounds. Usually patients come with advanced stages, therefore these conditions could lead to decrease their quality of life. Aim of this study was to describe the profile of head and neck cancer patients at the Otorhinolaringology-Head and Neck Surgery Department, Dr. Hasan Sadikin General Hospital Bandung. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional meth… Show more

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“…The majority of HNC cancer patients who come to the hospital are at locally advanced stage. The proportion of those with stage III reaches 24-25% and stage IV 44-54% [3,4]. Progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS) are useful outcome measures in evaluating HNC patients.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…The majority of HNC cancer patients who come to the hospital are at locally advanced stage. The proportion of those with stage III reaches 24-25% and stage IV 44-54% [3,4]. Progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS) are useful outcome measures in evaluating HNC patients.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…12 Also in older patients who are exposed to carcinogens for longer, there is an accumulation of cells, decreased DNA repair function, and decreased immune system. 14 The results show that alcohol consumption can worsen the condition and lower the survival of patients with laryngeal carcinoma. The study of Abrahao et al supports this, which states that 5-year survival in laryngeal and hypopharyngeal carcinoma patients with drinking habits before and after being diagnosed with carcinoma were 57.3% and 58.8% respectively whereas in patients who do not were 66.7%.…”
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confidence: 96%
“…The initial symptoms of head and neck tumors are typical, only resembling upper respiratory tract infections, stomatitis, voice changes, and nasal congestion. 11 Human papillomavirus has been found in premalignant tumors and malignant tumors of the head and neck. Malignancy occurs due to HPV infection mediated by E6 and E7 proteins expression, inhibiting tumor suppressor gene pathways by inactivating TP53.…”
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confidence: 99%