Clinicopathological study of premalignant conditions of oral cavity in rural area
Journal Title: Medpulse International Journal of ENT - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: The pre-malignant conditions of oral cavity are relatively common, occurring in about 2.5% of general population and are an important target for cancer prevention. Among these, most frequently mentioned are leukoplakia, erythroplakia, oral submucous fibrosis and lichen planus. These lesions have got a very close association with the local habits practiced by the people such as betel nut, pan, slaked lime with tobacco, smoking, alcohol. Poverty, illiteracy and poor health standards are the important reasons for advanced disease at first contact in our country. We conducted a study to investigate the prevalence of these four precancerous lesions in different ocioeconomic classes, to study various risk factors and to make early diagnosis. So that we can bring awareness on these potentially dangerous lesions thereby preventing oral cancer. Aim: To study socioeconomic profile, various risk factors, sites and location and histopathological findings of oral premalignant conditions and to make suitable recommendations based on study. Material and Method: Patients with clinically diagnosed premalignant oral conditions i.e. leukoplakia, erythroplakia, oral submucous fibrosis and lichen planus were included. Detailed history and examination was done and histopathological examination was done. Results and Conclusion: Maximum patients with oral premalignant condition belong to lower middle socioeconomic status, having one or the other habit of areca nut, tobacco chewing, smoking and alcohol consumption. Most common site of involvement was buccal mucosa and histopathological correlation was found to be 83.3%.
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Sudhir V Bhise, Smita V Salve, P M Hippargekar
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