Dependance of salivart glands tumor morbidity on harmful emissions of sumy and chernihiv regions enterprises

Abstract

Salivary gland tumors account up to 5% of all maxillofacial tumors. The risk factors for tumors include smoking, ionizing radiation, the impact of viral agents (Epstein-Barr virus), harmful working conditions on nickel and rubber production, and also the possible impact of alimentary factors and genetic mutations is under consideration. Studies from different regions of the world showed differences in the frequency of tumor types, age and gender structure which points out that salivary gland tumors have regional variations. The purpose of study is to analyze the morbidity on salivary gland tumors in the northern regions of Ukraine (Sumy and Chernihiv regions) and to compare the obtained data with the environmental situation.