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[Double neoplasms in larynx and lung].
Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift
|June 28, 1975
Summary
The study found that primary cancers of the larynx and bronchus occur together twice as often as expected by chance. This highlights the need for thorough clinical evaluation in patients with either lung or larynx cancer.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pathology
Context:
- Autopsy data from the Institute of Pathology, University of Zurich (1960-1972).
- Analysis of 29,849 autopsy cases.
Purpose:
- To investigate the incidence and coexistence of primary malignant tumors in the larynx and bronchial system.
Summary:
- Bronchial carcinomas found in 4.6% of cases (1382 patients).
- Laryngeal carcinomas found in 0.7% of cases (214 patients).
- 17 patients had both primary bronchial and laryngeal carcinomas, a rate twice the expected chance occurrence.
Impact:
- Emphasizes the increased risk of concurrent laryngeal and bronchial cancers.
- Stresses the importance of comprehensive clinical examination for patients diagnosed with either lung or larynx cancer.