Association between comorbidity and survival in head and neck cancer: Results from Head and Neck 5000.
Sarah SchimanskySamantha LangRhona BeynonChristopher PenfoldAmy DaviesAndrea WaylenSteve ThomasMiranda PringMichael PawlitaTim WaterboerAndy NessPublished in: Head & neck (2018)
Our findings suggest that comorbidity is an independent prognosticator for overall survival in head and neck cancer. Comorbid illnesses should be considered in the assessment and treatment planning of people with head and neck cancer.
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