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| HPV positive tumours | HPV negative tumours |
| Anatomical site | Tonsil & base of tongue | All sites |
| Histology | Non-keratinised | Keratinised |
| Age | Younger Cohorts | Older cohorts |
| Sex ratio | 3:1 men | 3:1 men |
| Stage | Tx, T1-2 | Variable |
| Risk factors | Sexual behaviour | Alcohol & tabacco |
| Incidence | Increasing | Decreasing |
| Survival | Improved | Unchanging |