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Warthin's tumor causes

Introduction

Overview

Overview

There are no known direct causes for Warthin’s tumor.

Causes

Causes

  • The exact underlying cause of Warthin’s tumor is currently unknown. [1]
  • Some studies suggest that smoking may be a causative factor in the development of this tumor.
  • Radiation exposure and autoimmune disorders are considered to be associated with Warthin’s tumor.
Reference

Reference

  1. ↑ Ellis, Gary L.; Auclair, Paul L. (2009). “Salivary Glands”: 246–294. doi:10.1016/B978-1-4160-3966-2.00011-4.

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ammu Susheela, M.D. [2] Nazia Fuad M.D.