## Abstract ## Background. In this study, a metaβanalysis of level IIb metastases in squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the oral cavity was conducted. ## Methods. Two independent reviewers screened abstracts and full text papers deemed potentially relevant. Data were pooled using a random intercep
O175. Metastases to level IIb in squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity: A systematic review and meta-analysis
β Scribed by Lea, J.; Bachar, G.; Sawka, A.; Lakra, D.C.; Gilbert, R.W.; Irish, J.C.
- Book ID
- 119336671
- Publisher
- Elsevier Science
- Year
- 2009
- Weight
- 39 KB
- Volume
- 3
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 1744-7895
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