ArticleJournal of oral and maxillofacial pathology : JOMFP
New insights in submucous fibrosis: Nicotine dependence and nutritional assessment.
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Abstract
Background: Submucous fibrosis (SMF) is an oral potentially malignant disorder with a high risk of malignant transformation, primarily associated with areca nut use and tobacco consumption. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the correlation of nicotine dependence and nutritional status with disease severity in patients with SMF. Settings and Design: This observational study was conducted among 70 SMF patients subdivided on clinical and histological classification. Materials and Methods: Habit index was calculated and Nicotine dependence was measured using Fagerstrom test for nicotine dependence (FTND). Body mass index (BMI) and mid upper arm circumference (MUAC) was recorded. Haematological assessment, including serum iron, vitamin B Statistical Analysis: Chi-square, Pearson's correlation and Spearman's correlation tests were used for group comparisons of categorical, numerical, and ordinal data, respectively. Level of statistical significance was set at a Results and Conclusion: Clinical and histological staging showed a positive correlation with habit index and nicotine dependence (
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