| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3154960 | Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | 2008 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Oral SCC margin discrepancies after resection and specimen processing are highly significant. Tumors located in the buccal mucosa, retromolar trigone, and mandibular alveolar ridge show significantly greater discrepancies than tumors of the maxilla or oral tongue. Late stage tumors also show significantly greater margin discrepancies. These findings suggest that it might be prudent to consider oral site and staging when outlining margins to ensure adequacy of resection.
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Authors
Allen DDS, Darren DDS, MBA, Brian L. DDS, MD, PhD,