5 Questions
Which histopathologic feature is characteristic of oral submucous fibrosis?
Submucosal deposition of extremely dense and avascular collagenous connective tissue
What is a potential consequence of oral submucous fibrosis?
Epithelial dysplasia in 10-15% of cases
How is actinic cheilitis characterized?
Premalignant alteration of the lower lip vermilion due to long-term exposure to ultraviolet light
What is a recommended treatment for mild cases of oral submucous fibrosis?
Intra-lesional corticosteroids
What is the risk of developing oral cancer in persons with oral submucous fibrosis compared to those without it?
19 times more
Test your knowledge of histopathologic features associated with a specific medical condition. Identify the characteristic subepithelial vesicles, hyperkeratosis, atrophy, collagenous connective tissue deposition, inflammatory cell presence, dysplasia, and carcinoma.
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