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{"title":"Clinical and Radiological Evaluation of Enophthalmos and Orbital Volume Changes in Zygomaticomaxillary Complex Fractures: Prospective Study in a Tertiary Care Centre.","authors":"Naresh Kumar Sharma, Akhilesh Kumar Singh, Aswathi Krishnan, Richik Tripathi, Amit Nandan, Dhar Dwivedi, Deepak Mishra","doi":"10.1007/s12663-025-02787-8","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-025-02787-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>A prospective study was performed on thirty-eight patients reported with recent isolated unilateral Zygomaticomaxillary complex fractures to evaluate clinical and radiological enophthalmos with orbital volume changes. Enophthalmos was measured clinically and radiologically with Hertel's exophthalmometer and axial section of CT scans respectively. Three-dimensional reconstruction and volum measurement of the orbital cavity were also done using the software Advantage workstation 4.7. The correlation between the three variables clinical, radiographic enophthalmos and volume of the orbit were measured by Pearson's correlation coefficient analysis. Linear regression analysis was applied to evaluate the association between enophthalmos and volume change of the orbit.The amounts of clinical and radiological enophthalmos were positively co-related. They were also positively correlated with the orbital volume change. From the linear regression analysis, it can be interpreted that, for each 1 cm3 of orbital volume change,clinical enophthalmos changes will be 0.127 mm whereas radiographic enophthalmos will be 0.227mm.</p><p><strong>Supplementary information: </strong>The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12663-025-02787-8.</p>","PeriodicalId":47495,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery","volume":"25 2","pages":"401-406"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13065946/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147677685","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Age Estimation with Facial Changes: Validation of Photo-Numerical Scale in South Indian Urban Population-A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"L Jayanthi, Manikandhan Ramanathan, P Anantanarayanan, Sainath Matsa","doi":"10.1007/s12663-025-02759-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-025-02759-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Facial aging is inevitable, but anthropometric morphology and age-related changes are highly variable among different ethnic groups. As India is a country with diverse population, only few facial ageing scale have been validated among the South Indian urban population.</p><p><strong>Purpose/objective: </strong>To validate the facial ageing scale among the South Indian urban population and to determine the consensus among laymen.</p><p><strong>Study design: </strong>This observational cross-sectional study involved 120 South Indian urban volunteers aged 18-59 years who reported to the outpatient clinic and were subjected to a set of facial photographs highlighting 21 facial features. These photographs were assessed by a layman and a facial surgeon to score their facial features and also to perceive the age of the volunteers with these facial features. The data were recorded and statistically analysed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Pearson's correlation coefficient revealed that there was a significant linear relationship (0.0001) between the total score and the actual age of the patient among surgeons, as did the layman's score. The linear regression model confirmed the reliability and validity of 21 facial parameters in determining age.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This photonumerical scale was found to be a more reliable and easy-to-use tool for both research and clinical purposes.</p>","PeriodicalId":47495,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery","volume":"25 2","pages":"438-447"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13066095/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147677730","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Comparative evaluation of the effectiveness of dermabrasion and micro-needling therapy in the management of facial scars-a clinical study.","authors":"Noble Parappattu Thomas, Shubha Lakshmi, K S N Shiva Bharani, M Anuradha, Apoorva Gopal Mulgund, Mohd Mahboob Pasha, H N Madhumitha","doi":"10.1007/s12663-025-02783-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-025-02783-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim and objectives: </strong>To compare the effectiveness of microneedling and dermabrasion in managing facial scars.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Twenty patients with facial scars (rolling, boxcar, hypertrophic, and ice pick types) were randomized into two groups. Group A underwent microneedling using a 1.5 mm derma roller, while Group B received motorized dermabrasion with a diamond fraise. Scar severity was assessed using the Stony Brook Scar Evaluation Scale (SBSES), Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS), and Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Both treatments showed significant scar improvement. In Group A, 73% of patients demonstrated marked reduction, with SBSES scores improving from 4.40 ± 0.52 to 0.50 ± 0.53 at 6 months. Group B showed improvement in 53% of patients, with scores reducing to 0.90 ± 0.99. DLQI scores improved significantly in both groups. Dermabrasion required fewer sessions (1.20 ± 0.42 vs. 3.20 ± 0.63) but caused more erythema. Microneedling had fewer side effects, mainly transient pigmentation.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Both modalities were effective in scar reduction, with dermabrasion offering quicker results. Microneedling was better tolerated. Combining these treatments with adjuncts like platelet-rich plasma or subcision may enhance outcomes. Future studies should explore multimodal protocols to improve efficacy and minimize downtime.</p><p><strong>Supplementary information: </strong>The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12663-025-02783-y.</p>","PeriodicalId":47495,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery","volume":"25 2","pages":"624-633"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13065846/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147677742","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Patient-Specific Devices for Surgical Treatment of Mandibular Condylar Head Fractures: Case Series of Early Experiences and Pitfalls.","authors":"Wenko Smolka, Paris Liokatis, Katharina Obermeier, Carl-Peter Cornelius","doi":"10.1007/s12663-025-02799-4","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-025-02799-4","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of condylar head fractures (CHF) can be challenging. Virtual planning and CAD/CAM-based patient-specific devices (PSD) offer to enhance the accuracy of fragment reduction. We present four CHF cases demonstrating the strengths and shortcomings of different PSD designs. From this still limited experience, some fundamental recommendations evolved: • The PSD design should permit adequate visualization of the fracture line to ensure anatomical fracture reduction. • The PSD for reposition and prefixation of the medial fragment should incorporate an abundance of screw holes, particularly in its lateral section, since this part is most easily accessible intraoperatively. • PSDs extended over the dome of the condylar head should be omitted to avoid interferences between fragments, PSD and the adjacent glenoid fossa.</p>","PeriodicalId":47495,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery","volume":"25 2","pages":"412-420"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13065870/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147677656","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Upper Blepharoplasty in Dermatochalasis: A Retrospective Study of Our Cases.","authors":"Sergio Dus, Umberto Buono, Vincenzo Aiello, Francesco Paolo Paduano, Francesco Inchingolo, Sergio Paduano","doi":"10.1007/s12663-025-02446-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-025-02446-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Upper blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to correct excess sagging skin of the upper eyelid (acquired dermatochalasis), which commonly occurs due to aging, with an incidence of approximately 65% in individuals over 60 years old. However, it can also manifest earlier in younger patients with a genetic predisposition or among Asian populations. Beyond its esthetic benefits, upper blepharoplasty has functional implications, particularly in cases of moderate to severe dermatochalasis, where excess skin can obstruct the visual field.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study aims to evaluate cases of surgical blepharoplasty performed in our clinic over the past 13 years, assessing both esthetic and functional outcomes. Additionally, we compare our findings with recent scientific literature to identify any discrepancies or confirm trends.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We retrospectively analyzed patients who underwent upper blepharoplasty in our clinic between 2010 and 2023. Postoperative follow-ups were conducted at various intervals to assess esthetic improvements, functional outcomes, and potential complications. Specific evaluations included the impact of surgery on visual acuity, corneal morphology, and ocular dryness. Our results were compared with recent studies in the literature to determine consistency or significant deviations.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Our findings indicate that upper blepharoplasty leads to significant esthetic enhancement and functional improvement in patients with dermatochalasis. In cases where excess skin obstructed vision, surgery contributed to a measurable improvement in the visual field. Postoperative complications were minimal and comparable to those reported in the literature. Additionally, we observed potential correlations between blepharoplasty and changes in corneal morphology and ocular surface conditions.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Surgical upper blepharoplasty is an effective procedure for both esthetic and functional improvement, particularly in cases of dermatochalasis causing visual obstruction. Our data align with existing literature, confirming the benefits and safety of this intervention. Further research is warranted to explore its impact on corneal morphology and ocular surface health.</p>","PeriodicalId":47495,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery","volume":"25 2","pages":"592-600"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13065961/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147677681","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"CBCT Imaging Assessment of Sinonasal Variations and Pathologies in Rhinoplasty Candidates a Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Mojdeh Mehdizadeh, Mohammadmatin Azimipour, Mohammadreza Elhaie, Mina Dadmehr","doi":"10.1007/s12663-025-02808-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-025-02808-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Understanding sinonasal anatomical variations and pathologies is essential in rhinoplasty candidates to avoid surgical complications and ensure optimal outcomes. Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) offers detailed imaging of sinonasal structures, making it a valuable tool for preoperative assessment.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study was conducted on 156 rhinoplasty candidates (90 males, 66 females; mean age: 34.2 years) in Blinded. CBCT scans were used to evaluate the maxillary, ethmoid, and frontal sinuses, as well as nasal septal deviation, which was categorized as mild (0-5°), moderate (6-10°), or severe (> 11°). Chi-square tests assessed associations with age and gender (significance set at <i>p</i> < 0.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Septal deviation was found in 83.6% of participants, with moderate (43.6%) and severe (31.4%) forms being most prevalent. Maxillary sinus pathology was present in 44.9%, mostly due to mucosal thickening (37.8%). Ethmoid sinus pathology occurred in 12.8%, and supraorbital cells were observed in 55.8%. Frontal sinus pathology was uncommon (7.7%); normal size was most frequent (61.5%), followed by bilateral hyperplasia (18.6%). Significant associations were noted between age and maxillary sinus pathology size (<i>p</i> = 0.008), nasal cavity pathology (<i>p</i> = 0.042), and frontal sinus size (<i>p</i> = 0.022). Supraorbital cells showed significant correlation with both age (<i>p</i> = 0.035) and gender (<i>p</i> = 0.017).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>CBCT effectively identifies sinonasal variations and pathologies in rhinoplasty candidates. The high prevalence of septal deviation and maxillary sinus pathology underscores the need for comprehensive imaging prior to surgery. Frontal sinus variation and demographic associations can inform more personalized surgical planning.</p><p><strong>Practical implications: </strong>Incorporating CBCT into preoperative assessment enhances surgical planning by revealing individual anatomical differences. Recognizing age- and gender-related patterns can improve patient-specific approaches, reduce intraoperative risk, and contribute to better aesthetic and functional outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":47495,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery","volume":"25 2","pages":"523-534"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13066086/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147677744","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Quality of Life in Head and Neck Cancer: An EORTC-QLQ-H&N35 Based Assessment.","authors":"Jyoti Saini, Jaimanti Bakshi, Kiran Kumar, Adel Mohammad K Alrwuili, Naresh K Panda, Maryada Sharma, Dharam Vir, Atul Kumar Goyal","doi":"10.1007/s12663-025-02627-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-025-02627-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Head and neck cancer is among the most prevalent cancers in India that impart significant physical and psychological morbidity in patients. The physical symptoms and psychological stress tend to impair the quality of life (QoL) of patients, which in turn affects the survival outcomes.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>In the present study, we analyze the QoL of head and neck cancer patients using the EORTC-QLQ-H&N35 instrument so that an effective strategy to manage the QoL could be employed to improve treatment and survival outcomes.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>Total 205 head and neck cancer patients were included in the study and Hindi version of EORTC-QLQ-H&N35 was used to assessed the QoL. We analyze the QoL according to the sociodemographic factors and clinical determinants. QoL was analyzed according to various scales and subscales of EORTC-QLQ-H&N35.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The mean global QoL score was 60.08 ± 19.06. QoL did not show any significant difference between the male (60.08 ± 19.06) and female (60.33 ± 19.31) gender. QoL was found to be significantly impaired at the advanced stages of the disease (56.02 ± 20.59). QoL was found to be significantly impaired in oral cancer patients (58.18 ± 19.70) compared to maxillary (66.66 ± 16.66) and larynx cancer (68.18 ± 13.41). In the context of the tumor site, QoL was most impaired in patients with tumors in the mandible region (38.88 ± 25.09). As per the addiction history among patients, the QoL does not show a significant difference among patients in terms of addiction history. Symptoms including nausea, vomiting, constipation and diarrhea are most commonly found to affect the QoL. All of the other factors including pain, less sexuality, mouth opening, dry mouth, sticky saliva were also found to affect the QoL. A higher use of painkillers (74.1%) and nutritional supplements (63.4%) was also observed among patients.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>EORTC-QLQ-H&N35 is the most reliable instrument for assessing the QoL among head and neck cancer patients. The present study indicates that QoL was impaired significantly in head and neck cancer patients and needs to be addressed in treatment protocols.</p>","PeriodicalId":47495,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery","volume":"25 2","pages":"351-358"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13065934/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147677621","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Depression and It's Association with Temporomandibular Disorders in Dental Students: A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Muskaan M Sachdev, Bhushan R Bhagat, Mahesh Khairnar, Ritvi Desai, Narayan Dutt Pandey, Ladusingh Rajpuroht, Samanwita Maity","doi":"10.1007/s12663-025-02816-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-025-02816-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim/objectives: </strong>The etiology of Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) is multifactorial in origin comprising of malocclusion, parafunctional habits, psychological distress, etc. Studies have shown a significant association between depression, anxiety and stress and its consequential impact on TMDs. Dentistry is a demanding career that challenges students physically and psychologically. Mental health has become a pressing issue since the past few years, but often gets neglected even among doctors. This study aims to understand the relationship between depression and TMDs among dental students and interns of a college of India.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>A cross-sectional study was conducted on 222 dental college students of India in the year 2022. A questionnaire to understand subjective symptoms of TMDs was used. To assess the severity of depression, a standardized tool namely Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) was used. Data obtained from the questionnaire was entered into SPSS software version 26 for statistical analysis. Spearman correlation test, Kruskal wallis test and Post hoc Mann-Whitney tests were used for data interpretation with statistical significance at <i>p</i> ≤ 0.05.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Out of 222 undergraduate dental students, maximum number of students who responded in the study belonged to 21-23 years of age group (117) and were predominantly females. Pain was found to be the most prevalent TMD symptom (80.2%). There was significant association between severity of TMDs and depression among students who belonged to 21-23 years (<i>p</i> < 0.001) age group. There was a significant association between depression and TMD symptoms among first (<i>p</i> = 0.030) and final year BDS (<i>p</i> = 0.001) students.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Psychological disorders can predispose dental students to TMD symptoms such as pain, clicking sound, and headaches. To mitigate these risks, institutes should incorporate thorough TMD, screening, mandatory psychological counseling, stress-reduction programs, and foster effective student-instructor communication. Routine mental health screening (e.g., PHQ-9) and TMD assessments should be integrated into dental curricula. Multidisciplinary care teams (psychologists, oral surgeons) could mitigate TMD risks in high-stress cohorts.</p>","PeriodicalId":47495,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery","volume":"25 2","pages":"493-500"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13066109/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147677714","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Combined Dermis Spacer Graft, Lateral Canthopexy and Subperiosteal Midface Lifting in the Management of Lower Eyelid Retraction Secondary to Chronic Facial Nerve Palsy.","authors":"C Keilani, J-A Sahel, J-P Nordmann, J Boumendil","doi":"10.1007/s12663-022-01688-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12663-022-01688-4","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Facial nerve paralysis (FNP) may result in a range of ocular sequelae. Lower eyelid retraction and paralytic ectropion due to FNP contributes to lagophthalmos and sight-threatening exposure keratopathy. The pathophysiology of lower eyelid retraction secondary to FNP involves lateral canthal tendon laxity, middle lamella defect, and malar descent. The aim of this study is to describe a series of patients with FNP whose lid retraction was treated with a combined dermis spacer graft, lateral canthopexy and subperiosteal midface lifting.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The study design was a retrospective non-comparative case series from January 2018 to August 2019. Only consecutive patients with moderate to severe lower eyelid retraction secondary to chronic FNP (over 1 year) were included. Preoperatively, all patients were noted to have a combination of lower eyelid laxity, middle lamellar contracture, and malar descent. All patients underwent a triple procedure including a dermis spacer graft, lateral canthopexy and subperiosteal midface lifting. Preoperative and postoperative assessment included evaluation of lower eyelid position, lagophthalmos, midfacial ptosis and facial asymmetry. Follow-up was at 1 week, 1 month and 12 months, postoperatively.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>All 3 patients (representing 3 retracted eyelids) had complete resolution of scleral show and were uniformly satisfied with their cosmetic and functional outcome at last follow up. Preoperative dry eye symptoms resolved in all patients in the series. There were no major complications.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The combination of dermis spacer grafting, lateral canthopexy, and midface lifting is an effective, esthetic, and functional treatment for lower eyelid retraction resulting from FNP. This procedure is associated with a low morbidity rate, and high patient satisfaction. This technique treats the three pathophysiologic components (posterior, intermediate and anterior lamella defect) simultaneously and rehabilitates the patients cosmetically and functionally.</p><p><strong>Supplementary information: </strong>The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12663-022-01688-4.</p>","PeriodicalId":47495,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"608-615"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13066032/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48241700","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Is Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Masked in the Presence of Oral Submucous Fibrosis? An Observational Radio-Pathological Study.","authors":"Zainab Chaudhary, Arpit Gupta, Pankaj Sharma, Sujata Mohanty, Prem Kumar Rathod, Rashi Saini","doi":"10.1007/s12663-025-02563-8","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-025-02563-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF) is one of the common oral potentially malignant disorders characterized by reduced mouth opening and burning sensation. Complete clinical examination in patients with OSMF is challenging due to insufficient mouth opening, leading to incomplete diagnosis and subsequently erroneous treatment execution.</p><p><strong>Material and methodology: </strong>This study aimed to assess the incidence of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) in OSMF patients and to determine the need of an imaging modality like contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) scan for a complete diagnosis of known OSMF patients with any hidden malignant lesion. The primary outcome was incidence of OSCC in patients of OSMF. The secondary outcomes were age, gender, grading of OSMF and presence of any associated other premalignant lesion and lymph node status. A <i>p</i> value < 0.05 was considered as significant.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Out of the 230 OSMF patients screened, 150 patients fulfilled the criteria and underwent CECT scan. The incidence of OSCC in OSMF patients was found to be 14.7% (<i>n</i> = 22).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The authors conclude that it is essential to recognize that a significant number of OSCC cases (<i>n</i> = 22) may be concealed under the pretext of OSMF, thus highlighting the importance of CECT scan in patients of OSMF for early diagnosis and prompt treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":47495,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery","volume":"25 2","pages":"344-350"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13066198/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147677607","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}