Characteristics and Impact of HPV-Associated p16 Expression on Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Thai Patients

Abstract

In comparison to the results from the Western countries, the prevalence of HPV-related HNSCC in Thai patients was less, and differences in some characteristics were observed. Nevertheless, improvement in OS, DFS and LRFS were observed in p16-positive patients. Our analyses suggested that p16 status is also a strong prognostic marker for HNSCC patients in Thailand.