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Oral varix: a review
Jerónimo P Lazos1, Eduardo D Piemonte1, René L Panico1
1Cátedra de Estomatología, Departamento de Patología Bucal, Facultad de Odontología, Universidad Nacional de, Córdoba, Argentina.
Gerodontology
|September 3, 2013
Summary
Oral varix (OV) is common in older adults, but its link to medical conditions like cardiovascular disease is unclear. Further research is needed to understand OV pathogenesis and its systemic disease associations.
Area of Science:
- Oral pathology
- Geriatric medicine
- Vascular lesions
Background:
- Ageing leads to oral cavity changes, with oral varix (OV) being a common finding.
- Oral varices may be associated with certain medical conditions, though this relationship requires clarification.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of oral varix (OV).
- To examine the aetiology, clinical and histological characteristics, associated factors, treatment, and clinical significance of OV.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of oral varix.
- Analysis of aetiological, clinical, histological, and treatment aspects.
- Evaluation of associated systemic factors.
Main Results:
- Oral varix shows a higher incidence in elderly individuals.
- Limited evidence currently supports a strong association between OV and systemic conditions such as cardiovascular diseases or portal hypertension.
- The hemodynamic theory offers the most comprehensive explanation for OV pathogenesis, though consensus is lacking.
Conclusions:
- While OV is more prevalent in the elderly, its connection to specific medical conditions remains weakly supported.
- The pathogenesis of OV is not fully understood, with hemodynamic factors being a leading theory.
- Regular oral examinations are recommended for the elderly due to OV prevalence, and further studies on OV and systemic diseases are warranted.
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