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Warthin's tumour and smoking.

J A de Ru1, R F Plantinga, M H J M Majoor

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University Medical Centre, Utrecht, Netherlands.

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|July 28, 2005
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Summary

Heavy smoking is strongly linked to Warthin's tumour development. This study found 97.5% of Warthin's tumour patients were smokers, suggesting a significant association between smoking habits and this parotid gland neoplasm.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Oncology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Parotid gland neoplasms are common head and neck tumors.
  • Warthin's tumour, a benign salivary gland neoplasm, has been anecdotally linked to smoking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between smoking and the development of Warthin's tumour.
  • To compare the prevalence of smoking in Warthin's tumour patients with other parotid gland neoplasms and a control group.

Main Methods:

  • A 15-year retrospective case-control study was conducted.
  • Warthin's tumour cases were compared with pleomorphic adenoma cases and audiology outpatients.
  • Data on smoking history and patient demographics were extracted from clinical records.

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Main Results:

  • A smoking history was reported in 97.5% of Warthin's tumour patients.
  • Smoking prevalence was lower in pleomorphic adenoma (59%) and audiology control groups (56.5%).
  • The mean age for Warthin's tumour diagnosis was 60.1 years, compared to 48.6 for pleomorphic adenoma.

Conclusions:

  • Warthin's tumour development is strongly associated with smoking habits.
  • Warthin's tumour typically occurs approximately ten years later in life than pleomorphic adenoma.