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Epidemiology

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The total incidence of mouth, lip and pharyngeal cancer in England and Wales is approximately 3,600 cases per annum.

These tumours have their maximal incidence in the elderly with a male to female preponderance of approximately 10:1.

Site incidence:

  • tonsil and faucial pillars - 50%
  • base of tongue - 20%
  • soft palate and uvula - 10%
  • posterior pharyngeal wall and other sites - 20%

Lymphomas are usually of B-cell, high grade, non-Hodgkin's variety.

Presenting features of oropharyngeal cancer:

  • persistent sore throat 90%
  • otalgia 60-70%
  • hoarseness 50%

Reference:

  • (1) Referral Guidelines for Suspected Cancer (April 2000). NHS Executive.

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