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Role of Epstein‐Barr virus and cytomegalovirus in the etiology of benign parotid tumors
11 Feb 2002
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Pleomorphic adenomas and Warthin's tumors are the two most common benign parotid tumors. Previous studies investigating the role of viruses in tumorigenesis of these neoplasms have been conflicting. The aim of this study was to determine whether Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) or cytomegalovirus (CMV) might play a role in the pathogenesis of pleomorphic adenomas and Warthin's tumors. METHODS:...
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