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ReviewCurrent issues in molecular biology2026

Plant Bioactive Constituents and Their Potential Benefits in HPV-Positive Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma-A Narrative Review.

Violeta Popovici, Emma Adriana Ozon, Manuela Apetrei, Rodica Boca, Cerasela Elena Gîrd

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Violeta PopoviciCenter for Mountain Economics, "Costin C. Kiritescu" National Institute of Economic Research (INCE-CEMONT), Romanian Academy, 725700 Vatra-Dornei, Romania.ORCID 0000-0001-9696-5728
Emma Adriana OzonFaculty of Pharmacy, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020945 Bucharest, Romania.
Manuela ApetreiCenter for Mountain Economics, "Costin C. Kiritescu" National Institute of Economic Research (INCE-CEMONT), Romanian Academy, 725700 Vatra-Dornei, Romania.ORCID 0009-0006-8029-066X
Rodica BocaClinical Laboratory, Dorna Medical Clinics, 725700 Vatra-Dornei, Romania.
Cerasela Elena GîrdFaculty of Pharmacy, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020945 Bucharest, Romania.ORCID 0000-0003-4372-4335

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Abstract

Human papillomavirus (HPV) has become a leading cause of oropharyngeal cancers, alongside well-known risk factors such as tobacco and alcohol use. Currently, HPV-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (HPV+ OPSCC) has increased significantly in developed countries, with HPV-16 being the most common high-risk subtype. Clinically, HPV+ OPSCC shows clear differences in prognosis compared to HPV-negative tumors, particularly regarding survival rates and treatment responses. Patients with HPV+ OPSCC tend to have notably better survival outcomes and a more favorable outlook. Strong evidence indicates that HPV-related oropharyngeal cancers represent a distinct epidemiological, clinical, and molecular group, setting them apart from non-HPV-related cancers. As a result, treatment strategies for these subtypes should follow specific clinical protocols to optimize outcomes. Additionally, the viral oncoproteins E6 and E7, which systematically disrupt host tumor-suppressor networks, provide strong reasons for targeted phytotherapeutic interventions. Therefore, there is increasing interest in exploring plant bioactive compounds with promising anti-HPV and anticancer effects that target key oncogenic pathways. This review aims to compile the latest data on bioactive phytochemicals with mechanistic evidence in HPV+ OPSCC, highlight their molecular interactions across oncogenic signaling pathways, and discuss evidence-based findings focusing on research published from 2000 to 2025.

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clinical trialshead and neck squamous cell carcinomaHPV-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinomahuman papillomavirusmechanistic pathwaysmolecular interactionsnanoformulationsphytochemicalstherapeutic targets

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