Prevalence of potentially malignant disorders in oral cancer among tobacco and arecanut chewers: A clinicopathological study

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Tobacco and areca nut consumption in the form of quid is associated with oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs) and oral cancer. This cross-sectional analytical study included 2400 quid users aged ≥18 years and clinical diagnosis was made using modified WHO criteria with histopathological confirmation wherever required. OPMDs were observed in 1305 (54.3%) participants, with a higher prevalence among males and individuals aged 18–23 years, showing statistically significant association (p < 0.05). Oral leukoplakia (33.7%) and oral submucous fibrosis (27.6%) were the most common lesions, while oral cancer was seen in 1.2% of cases. Thus, data shows the need for early screening, awareness and preventive strategies to reduce the burden of oral malignancies among quid users.