Open AccessOral cancer
Author(s) -
Richard A. Dendy
Publication year - 1992
Publication title -
morecambe bay medical journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2634-0631
pISSN - 1466-707X
DOI - 10.48037/mbmj.v1i8.1179
Subject(s) - cancer , basal cell , medicine , squamous cell cancer , oral cavity , dermatology , distressing , pathology , oncology , dentistry , chemistry
Cancers of the oral cavity and surrounding structures constitute approximately 3% of malignancies in the Lancaster area, the majority of which are squamous cell carcinomas. Although they are relatively uncommon, they can be very distressing to patients and relatives alike. It is important to note that a proportion of squamous cell carcinomas are preceded by visible premalignant lesions, and these can be eliminated. In addition, early cancers are more easily treated.