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JAAPA
; 30(1): 14-19, 2017 Jan.
Artigo
em Inglês
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-27941569
RESUMO
Human papillomavirus (HPV) can infect the tonsillar tissues of the oropharynx and is associated with oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma. This article provides an overview to guide primary care providers in screening patients for oropharyngeal cancer and making appropriate referrals. The article also reviews available HPV vaccines and immunization adherence rates.