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Role of EGF inhibitors in the treatment of recurrent or metastatic squamous cell head and neck cancer

Authors Lorch J

Published 3 November 2009 Volume 2009:1 Pages 151—154

DOI https://doi.org/10.2147/CMAR.S5134

Review by Single anonymous peer review

Peer reviewer comments 2



Jochen H Lorch

Dana Farber Cancer institute, Boston, MA, USA

Abstract: Squamous cell cancer of the head and neck (SCCHN) is a major contributor to morbidity and mortality worldwide. In recent years, inhibition of the epidermal growth factor receptor has become an established treatment strategy in SCCHN both in the up-front treatment and in the recurrent and metastatic setting. This review summarizes the most important developments of the recent past and provides an overview of newer developments.

Keywords: squamous cell cancer, head, neck, epidermal growth factor receptor

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