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p16INK4A, p53, EGFR expression and KRAS mutation status in squamous cell cancers of the anus: correlation with outcomes following chemo-radiotherapy.
Radiotherapy and oncology : journal of the European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology - 1 Oct 2013
Gilbert Duncan C, Williams Anthony, Allan Kimberley, Stokoe Joanna, Jackson Tim, Linsdall Suzanne, Bailey Charles Mh, Summers Jeff
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Squamous cell carcinomas of the anal canal are associated with infection with Human Papilloma Viruses (HPVs). Chemo-radiotherapy (CRT) gives 70% 3-year relapse-free survival. Improved predictive markers and therapeutic options are required. METHODS: Tumours from 153 patients treated with radical chemo-radiotherapy (50.4 Gy in 28# with concurrent Mitomycin and 5-Fluorouracil between 2004...
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