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Detection of HPV DNA in esophageal cancer specimens from different regions and ethnic groups: a descriptive study.
BMC cancer - 16 Jan 2010
Wang Xueqian, Tian Xiuyun, Liu Fangfang, Zhao Yiqiang, Sun Min, Chen Dafang, Lu Changdong, Wang Zhong, Shi Xiaotian, Zhang Qingying, Zhang Donghong, Shen Zhongying, Li Feng, Harris Curtis C, Cai Hong, Ke Yang
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: HPV has been found repeatedly in esophageal carcinoma tissues. However, reported detection rates of HPV DNA in these tumors have varied markedly. Differences in detection methods, sample types, and geographic regions of sample origin have been suggested as potential causes of this discrepancy. METHODS: HPV L1 DNA and HPV genotypes were evaluated in 435 esophageal carcinoma specimens collected from...
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