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Cyclin D1 gene polymorphism as a risk factor for squamous cell carcinoma of the upper aerodigestive system in non-alcoholics.
Oral oncology - 1 Jul 2004
Nishimoto Ines Nobuko, Pinheiro Nidia Alice, Rogatto Silvia Regina, Carvalho André Lopes, Simpson Andrew J, Caballero Otávia Luisa, Kowalski Luiz Paulo
Abstract excerpt
Squamous cell carcinoma of the upper aerodigestive tract (UADT) is associated with environmental factors, especially tobacco and alcohol consumption. Genetic factors, including cyclin D1 (CCND1) polymorphism have been suggested to play an important role in tumorigenesis and progression of UADT ca...
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