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An educational program for oral cancer detection.

G E Kaugars1, J C Burns

  • 1Department of Oral Pathology, Medical College of Virginia, Richmond 23298.

Journal of Cancer Education : the Official Journal of the American Association for Cancer Education
|January 1, 1989
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The Virginia oral cancer screening program trains dental and medical students in diagnosis and biopsy. This initiative identifies numerous premalignant and malignant oral lesions in underserved communities.

Area of Science:

  • Oral healthcare
  • Medical education
  • Public health screening

Background:

  • The Virginia oral cancer screening program offers unique training for dental and medical students.
  • It focuses on enhancing skills in oral diagnosis and biopsy techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the educational impact of the screening program on students.
  • To assess the program's effectiveness in detecting oral cancer and precancerous lesions.

Main Methods:

  • A week-long screening in underserved areas of Virginia.
  • Average of 761 patients examined per trip.
  • Average of 44 biopsies performed per trip.

Main Results:

  • Approximately 31% of biopsies since 1972 revealed premalignant or malignant lesions.

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  • The program facilitates hands-on experience for students in a real-world setting.

    • Conclusions:

    • The program provides significant value to both students and patients.
    • It highlights the importance of early detection in oral cancer prevention.