Investigating Tobacco's Impact on DNA Repair Genes and Risks in Oral Precancer and Cancer: A Comprehensive Research
Shadab Mohammad1, Sana Farooqui1, Saurabh Srivastava2,3
1Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, King George's Medical University, Lucknow, UP India.
Objective:
This study aimed to explore genetic variations associated with DNA repair mechanisms to enhance the management of both oral cancer (OC) and oral precancer (OPC).
Methods:
A cohort of 380 patients diagnosed with OC and OPC, comprising 220 males and 160 females, was analyzed. Participants were categorized based on their tobacco-chewing habits, with corresponding control groups established. Key genetic markers investigated for polymorphisms included OGG1, APE1, and XRCC1.
Results:
The XRCC1 Arg280H variant demonstrated significant associations with the susceptibility to both OC and OPC across various models. Further analyses, incorporating factors such as tobacco and alcohol consumption, unveiled a correlation between the XRCC1 Arg194Trp variant and an elevated risk of developing head and neck cancer. Stratified analyses also revealed an increased risk of OC or OPC based on the specific site of the cancer.
Conclusion:
The study underscores the importance of XRCC1 polymorphisms, particularly XRCC1 Arg280H and XRCC1 Arg194Trp, within the genetic framework of OC and OPC. Understanding these genetic associations provides valuable insights for the potential development of targeted interventions aimed at individuals predisposed to these conditions.
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