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Familial aggregation of nasopharyngeal carcinoma in Taiwan.
Oral oncology - 1 Oct 2017
Huang Shiang-Fu, Hsiao Jen-Hao, Young Chi-Kuan, Chien Hui-Tzu, Kuo Chang-Fu, See Lai-Chu, Luo Shue-Fen, Huang Lu-Hsiang, Liao Chun-Ta, Chang Tung-Chieh Joseph
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The incidence of nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is higher in Chinese than in Caucasian populations. Genetic, viral, and lifestyle factors may explain these ethnic differences in the incidence of NPC. In the present study, we examined the familial aggregation, heritability, and relative risks (RRs) of NPC using a nationwide database in Taiwan. METHODS: A population-based family study was conducted...
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