| Autor: |
Kumar, Madhuresh, Singh, Manisha, Suwasini, S. |
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Indian Journal of Dental Sciences; Jan-Mar2021, Vol. 13 Issue 1, p12-17, 6p |
| Abstrakt: |
Background: The early detection of oral potentially malignant disorder can reduce the transformation risk to oral squamous cell carcinoma, thereby reducing cancer morbidity and mortality. Aim: To obtain epidemiological information of oral leukoplakia (OL) and distribution of this disease in Patna. Subjects and Methods: Data were collected and analyzed for prevalence of OL among gender, age group, various oral sites, habits, and clinical and histopathological basis. Results: The overall prevalence shows high incidence of homogenous leukoplakia along with mild dysplasia in middle age male persons. Conclusion: Appropriate steps should be taken for early intervention, as it is the key to effective prevention. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
| Databáze: |
Complementary Index |
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