81. Screening For Oral Cancer: Brief Evidence Update MESH® headings of mouth Neoplasms or Oral cancer with Therapeutics or Treatment, Key Question 1 Does screening for oral cancer lead to decreased http://www.ahrq.gov/clinic/3rduspstf/oralcan/oralcanup.htm

Brief Evidence Update Screening for Oral Cancer U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Address correspondence to: Managing Editor USPSTF; 540 Gaither Road; Rockville, MD 20850; E-mail: uspstf@ahrq.gov . Select for Contents Introduction Search Strategy Key Questions and Results Summary ... Available Products and Reprints Introduction Systematic reviews of the evidence serve as the basis for U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommendations on clinical prevention topics. The USPSTF tailors the scope of these reviews to each topic. The USPSTF determined that a brief, focused evidence review was needed to assist in updating its 1996 recommendations on on screening for oral cancer. Joe Scattoloni, of the RTI-UNC Evidence-based Practice Center (under contract to Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality [AHRQ])), performed a targeted review of the literature published on this topic between 1994 and 2001. Return to Contents Search Strategy Return to Contents Key Questions and Results Key Question 1: Does screening for oral cancer lead to decreased morbidity and mortality from oral cancer?

82. Palm-Nut Problem: Science News Online, Jan. 15, 2005 mouth AT RISK. A longtime betel chewer is inspected for cancer in a Taiwan clinic.AP/Wide World. Studies in recent years have identified several versions http://www.sciencenews.org/articles/20050115/bob10.asp

Science News Books. Subscribe to Science News ... Science News for Kids Math Trek Food for Thought The Beef about UTIs Science Safari Puzzle of the Week TimeLine 70 Years Ago in Science News Science News e-LETTER. ... Week of Jan. 15, 2005; Vol. 167, No. 3 , p. 43 Palm-Nut Problem Asian chewing habit linked to oral cancer Diana Parsell Several hundred million people today practice the ancient custom of chewing betel. In south Asia, where the habit is most prevalent, the signs are hard to miss. Placed inside the cheek and sucked for hours, a betel wad turns saliva bright red, and betel users' spit does likewise to sidewalks and streets. People typically chew betel as a quid consisting of nut pieces from an Areca catechu palm mixed with powdered lime (calcium hydroxide) and wrapped in the leaf of the pepper plant Piper betle . Betel is used primarily as a stimulant. Areca nuts contain alkaloids that induce euphoria and raise a person's heart rate and skin temperature. Some chewers say a cheekful of betel aids digestion. BETEL BEAUTIES. Women wearing miniskirts and bikini tops sell areca nuts to drivers on the streets of Taiwan.

83. Research Page: Early Detection Of Oral Cancer Because of the difficulty in detecting oral cancer early, it has one of the cancerous changes in the mouth are not always visible to the naked eye. http://www.trdrp.org/research/PageGrant.asp?grant_id=477

84. USNews.com: Health: In Brief: Oral Health: Oral Cancer (10/26/04) What they did Two oral cancer patients in their 20 s at Georgetown said they had small parts of your mouth during whitening, without being washed away. http://www.usnews.com/usnews/health/briefs/oral/hb041026c.htm

Home Health In Brief Oral Health Oral cancer Could tooth whitener play a role in developing cancer? By Helen Fields O ral cancer is diagnosed in many young adults who haven't used tobacco or alcohol for long enough to be part of the normal high-risk group for cancers of the mouth. Doctors at Georgetown University Hospital reported on one possible risk factor at a conference in August 2004, a process that is generally considered to be safe: tooth whitening. Dental health classes: Does teaching tots to brush really help? Brush twice a day: But be careful what toothpaste you use More about Oral Health Addictions Allergy and Asthma Alternative Medicine Alzheimer's and Neurological Disorders Arthritis Beauty and Appearance Bone Health and Osteoporosis Cancer Breast Cancer Cervical Cancer Colorectal Cancer Leukemia Lung Cancer and Disease Lymphoma Ovarian Cancer Prostate Cancer Skin Cancer Stomach Cancer Testicular Cancer Children's and Teens' Health Diabetes and Endocrine Disorders Digestive Health Ear, Nose, and Throat

85. HealthyNJ--Information For Healthy Living--Oral Cancer Each year, cancerous growths of the mouth (oral cancer) develop in 30000 peoplein the United States and cause 8000 deaths, mostly in people older than 40. http://www.healthynj.org/dis-con/oralcancer/main.htm

Additional Information General Description New Jersey Resources Recommended Web Sites Patient Education ... PubMED Search Each year, cancerous growths of the mouth (oral cancer) develop in 30,000 people in the United States and cause 8,000 deaths, mostly in people older than 40. Oral cancer represents more than 2% of all cancers and 1.5% of all cancer-related deathsa high rate considering the size of the mouth in relation to the rest of the body. Risk Factors A hereditary factor, although not yet well understood, makes certain people more susceptible to developing oral cancer. The two greatest controllable risk factors for developing oral cancer are tobacco and alcohol use. Tobacco useincluding smoking cigarettes (particularly more than 2 packs per day), cigars, or pipes; chewing tobacco; and dipping snuffaccounts for 80 to 90% of all oral cancers. Cigars and cigarettes are equally dangerous as risk factors in the development of oral cancer, followed in descending order by chewing tobacco and pipe smoking. Chronic or heavy alcohol use (particularly more than 6 drinks per day) increases the risk of oral cancer. The combination of tobacco and alcohol is more likely to cause cancer than either one alone. There is some evidence that the alcohol contained in mouthwash can contribute to oral cancer. Therefore, people who smoke and drink alcohol should choose a mouthwash that contains the lowest concentration of alcohol (which is stated on the label).

86. The Oral Cancer Foundation Oral cancer information and resources for both the public, health care professionalsand care givers. http://www.oralcancerfoundation.org/

The Oral Cancer Foundation is a national public service, non-profit entity designed to reduce suffering and save lives through prevention, education, research, advocacy, and support. Oral cancer is the largest category of those cancers which fall into the head and neck cancer category. Common names for it include such things as mouth cancer, tongue cancer, and throat cancer. Each year in the US, approximately 30,000 people are newly diagnosed with oral cancer. Worldwide the problem is far greater, with new cases annually approaching 300,000. In the US alone, a person dies from oral cancer every hour of every day. If you add the sub category of laryngeal cancers, the rates of occurrence (about 10,000 additional new cases per year) and death are significantly higher. However, when found early, oral cancers have an 80 to 90 % cure rate. Unfortunately at this time, the majority are found as latter stage cancers, accounting for the very high death rate. This site will provide you with information about the rates of occurrence, risk factors which lead to oral cancer, treatments, current research, and current oral cancer related news. A patient / survivor forum is open to the public where those currently fighting oral cancer can gain insights and inspiration from those who have been there before them. A comprehensive resource list is also available to link you to other pertinent oral cancer data on the web and elsewhere for patients, caregivers, and the public.

87. National Cancer Institute - What You Need To Know About™ Oral Cancer Information about detection, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of oral cancer.NIH Publication No. nobr 031574 /nobr Br June 2003. http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/oral

var bSearchBoxBool=false; Posted: Introduction The Mouth and Throat Understanding Cancer Oral Cancer: Who's at Risk? Early Detection ... NIDCR Information Resources Page Options Print This Page Print This Document View Entire Document E-Mail This Document ... Order Free Copy Quick Links Director's Corner Dictionary of Cancer Terms NCI Drug Dictionary Funding Opportunities ... NIH Calendar of Events NCI Highlights NCI Offers Support for Those in Need After Katrina NCI Announces Plan to Fight Lung Cancer National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month National Ovarian Cancer Awareness ... Past Highlights Introduction Each year in the United States, about 29,000 people learn they have cancer * of the oral cavity (the mouth and lips) or the oropharynx (the part of the throat at the back of the mouth). This National Cancer Institute (NCI) booklet (NIH Publication No. 03-1574) has important information to help people with oral cancer and their family and friends better understand this disease. It discusses possible causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of the disease. It also has information about rehabilitation and about sources of support to help patients cope with oral cancer. Scientists are studying oral cancer to learn more about this disease, and doctors are exploring new ways to treat it. This research keeps increasing our knowledge about oral cancer. The NCI provides the most up-to-date information by telephone and on the Internet:

88. National Cancer Institute - What You Need To Know About™ Oral Cancer Information about detection, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of oral cancer.NIH Publication No. nobr 031574 /nobr Br June 2003. http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/oral/page4

var bSearchBoxBool=false; Posted: Introduction The Mouth and Throat Understanding Cancer Oral Cancer: Who's at Risk? Early Detection Symptoms Diagnosis Staging ... NIDCR Information Resources Page Options Print This Page Print This Document View Entire Document E-Mail This Document ... Order Free Copy Quick Links Director's Corner Dictionary of Cancer Terms NCI Drug Dictionary Funding Opportunities ... NIH Calendar of Events NCI Highlights NCI Offers Support for Those in Need After Katrina NCI Announces Plan to Fight Lung Cancer National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month National Ovarian Cancer Awareness ... Past Highlights Oral Cancer: Who's at Risk? Doctors cannot always explain why one person develops oral cancer and another does not. However, we do know that this disease is not contagious. You cannot "catch" oral cancer from another person. Research has shown that people with certain risk factors are more likely than others to develop oral cancer. A risk factor is anything that increases your chance of developing a disease. The following are risk factors for oral cancer: Tobacco: Tobacco use accounts for most oral cancers. Smoking cigarettes, cigars, or pipes; using chewing tobacco; and dipping snuff are all linked to oral cancer. The use of other tobacco products (such as

89. ADA.org: Oral Health Topics: Oral Cancer This page provides current information about Oral cancer as it relates to the public. http://www.ada.org/public/topics/cancer_oral.asp

Catalog Find a Dentist Seal Program Contact Us ... ORAL HEALTH LINKS Oral Cancer Overview Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Additional Resources Overview The Importance of Early Detection Your dentist has recent good news about progress against cancer. It is now easier than ever to detect oral cancer early, when the opportunity for a cure is great. Currently only half of all patients diagnosed with oral cancer survive more than five years. Your dentist has the skills and tools to ensure that early signs of cancer and pre-cancerous conditions are identified. You and your dentist can fight and win the battle against oral cancer. Know the early signs and see your dentist regularly.

90. Oral And Throat Cancer - MayoClinic.com More than 28000 new cases of oral cancer occur in the United States each year.When detected and treated early, oral cancer is almost always curable. http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?id=DS00349

91. Oral Cancer - Cancer Information On MedicineNet.com Information on many different cancers includes symptoms, cancer detection andprevention, and treatment options. http://www.medicinenet.com/oral_cancer/article.htm

document.writeln(''); MedicineNet Home Cancer Home Page > Oral Cancer Search Tips Printer-Friendly Format FREE Newsletters Email to a Friend ... Next Oral Cancer What is the oral cavity? What is cancer? What causes oral cancer? What are the symptoms of oral cancer? ... What resources are available to patients with oral cancer? The information provided below has been modified from that furnished by the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute of the United States of America. What is the oral cavity? This site deals with cancer of the oral cavity (mouth) and the oropharynx (the part of the throat at the back of the mouth). The oral cavity includes many parts: the lips; the lining inside the lips and cheeks, called the buccal mucosa; the teeth; the bottom (floor) of the mouth under the tongue; the bony top of the mouth (hard palate); the gums; and the small area behind the wisdom teeth. The oropharynx includes the back one-third of the tongue, the soft palate, the tonsils, and the back of the throat. Salivary glands throughout the oral cavity make saliva, which keeps the mouth moist and helps digest food. What is cancer?

92. Introduction: Oral Cancer - WrongDiagnosis.com Introduction to Oral cancer as a medical condition including symptoms, diagnosis,misdiagnosis, treatment, prevention, and prognosis. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/o/oral_cancer/intro.htm

Home Symptoms Diseases Risks ... Diseases Search our medical database Subscribe to our free Newsletter sample Send this page to a friend Condition Lists By Organ By Symptom By Class By Prevalence ... List A-Z Current chapter: Oral cancer Next sections Basic Summary for Oral cancer Prevalence and Incidence of Oral cancer Prognosis of Oral cancer Types of Oral cancer ... Incidence of Types of Oral cancer Next chapters: Liver cancer Bone cancer Pancreatic cancer Choriocarcinoma ... Feedback Introduction: Oral cancer Oral cancer: Cancer of the mouth, tongue, or the oral region. Researching symptoms of Oral cancer: Further information about the symptoms of Oral cancer is available including a list of symptoms of Oral cancer , other diseases that might have similar symptoms in differential diagnosis of Oral cancer , or alternatively return to research other symptoms in the symptom center Misdiagnosis and Oral cancer: Research more detailed information about misdiagnosis of Oral cancer failure to diagnose Oral cancer underlying causes of Oral cancer (possibly misdiagnosed), or research misdiagnosis of other diseases Treatments for Oral cancer: Various information is available about treatments available for Oral cancer prevention of Oral cancer current research about Oral cancer treatments , or research treatments for other diseases.

93. Oral Cancer. DermNet NZ Authoritative facts about the skin from the New Zealand Dermatological Society. http://dermnetnz.org/site-age-specific/oral-cancer.html

@import url("/common/screen.css"); DermNet NZ Ad Authoritative facts about the skin from the New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated Home For patients For doctors ... Site map Search: Home Site age specific Oral cancer There are several types of oral cancers, but over 90% are squamous cell carcinomas . Worldwide, oral cancer is one of the ten most common sites of cancer. People all over the world are affected but it appears to occur most frequently in developing countries particularly India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. In fact, in some parts of India, oral cancer accounts for more than 50% of all cancer. Who gets oral cancer and why? Oral cancer usually occurs in people over the age of 40. It is twice as common in men as in women. Risk factors for developing oral cancer include: Smoking: 75% of those diagnosed with oral cancer are tobacco users. The higher the tar yield the greater the risk. Smoking and alcohol consumption: tobacco and heavy drinking act together to significantly increase the risk (greater than the sum of 2 effects independently). Poor oral health.

94. Salivary Bacteria As Indicators Of Oral Cancer? Patients suffering from oral cancer have increased levels of certain bacteria intheir saliva, according to new research published today in the Open Access http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=27059

95. Oral Cancer Detailed information on oral cancer, including symptoms, types of benign andmalignant tumors, causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_men/oral.cfm

[ Skip Navigation ] Health System Home For Health Answers Healthcare Professionals ... Advanced Search Health System Search Search for Information People UVa Home Health System News Health System Events (all) Health System Publications ... Making a Gift Topics All About Cancer Blood Disorders Bone Disorders Breast Health Cancer Cardiovascular Disease Dermatology Diabetes Digestive Disorders Endocrinology Environmental Medicine Eye Care Glossary Gynecological Health Infectious Diseases Kidney Disease Men's Health Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Non-Trauma Emergency Oral Health Orthopaedics Otolaryngology Pathology Pediatrics, General Health Prostate Health Radiology Respiratory Disorders Skin Cancer Surgical Care Urology Women's Health UVa Health Topics A to Z FIND A DOCTOR Back Pain Colorectal Cancer: Assessment Colorectal Cancer: Medical Oncology ... WHY CHOOSE UVA Search This Site Oral Cancer What is oral cancer? Oral cancer is cancer found in the oral cavity (the mouth area) and the oropharynx (the throat area at the back of the mouth). Oral cancer is estimated to be diagnosed in almost 28,260 US adults in 2004, according to the American Cancer Society. The oral cavity includes: the lips, teeth, and gums

96. TOBACCO ROLE IN THE ETIOLOGY OF ORAL CANCER, PERIODONTAL DISEASE AND OTHER ORAL The UCLA Periodontics Information Center was established in 1996 within thetopranked UCLA School of Dentisty with generous gifts from the Tarrson Family http://www.dent.ucla.edu/ftp/pic/visitors/Tobacco/page1.html

PIC Homepage TOBACCO ROLE IN THE ETIOLOGY OF ORAL CANCER, PERIODONTAL DISEASE AND OTHER ORAL LESIONS Lecturer Dr. Heddie O. Sedano, DDS, Dr. Odont Tobacco usage either smoked (cigarette and pipe) or chewed and or dipped, has become one of the larger health problems world wide to the degree that is considered by some a world epidemic. Additional consequences to tobacco usage are, among others: expensive medical cost originated by prolonged treatments of diseases associated with tobacco usage; increased demand on professional health services and diminished work productivity and lost work days by tobacco users. A condensed review of tobacco usage in its various forms and its impact on oral health is presented here according to the topics listed below. Brief historical review General statistics Tobacco and precancerous lesions Tobacco and oral carcinoma ... References BRIEF HISTORICAL REVIEW For the first time in 1997 the tobacco companies acknowledged that tobacco is addictive either smoked or chewed. Tobacco has been linked to heart disease, strokes, lung diseases, lung cancer, oral cancer, gum disease and tooth loss. It took over 500 years to definitely shift from the original assumption that tobacco was beneficial for human health to the present knowledge that tobacco is essentially a killer.

97. Healthstate - Beating Oral Cancer Which kills more people each year, oral or cervical cancer? Which is deadlier,oral cancer or melanoma? If you think these are trick questions, you re right http://www.umdnj.edu/umcweb/marketing_and_communications/publications/umdnj_maga

Pulse Index A Bright Future For Small Babies The Skinny on A Fat Gene UMDNJ Hits the Top Ten Making Limbs Longer ... Spring/Summer 2000 Table of Contents Home BEATING ORAL CANCER Which kills more people each year, oral or cervical cancer? Which is deadlier, oral cancer or melanoma? If you think these are trick questions, you're right. Although cervical cancer and melanoma take a lion's share of the media's attention, oral cancer is in fact more deadly, largely due to its low profile. "Women go to their physicians and ask for a PAP test, which can identify early, presymptomatic cervical cancers. People check their own bodies for unusual skin lesions and show these to their dermatologists," says Arnold Rosenheck, DMD, associate dean at UMDNJ-New Jersey Dental School (NJDS). "But how many individuals ask their dentists to check their mouths for cancer or go to their dentists if they have a mouth sore that doesn't heal right away?" he asks. About 8 percent of these white lesions in the mouth - called leukoplakias - are pre-malignant.

98. Oral Cancer News Oral cancer News continually updated from thousands of sources around the net. http://www.topix.net/health/oral-cancer

Advanced Search Enter ZIP, City or News Search Oral Cancer News All Channels Front Page Autos Business ... XML Health ADHD Alcoholism Alzheimer's Anencephaly ... more... Oral Cancer News continually updated from thousands of sources around the net. Front Page Health News Oral Cancer 9/8 Rosin makes oral cancer breakthrough By DONELL WILLIAMS Daily Sun Staff Growing up, she knew she wanted to make a difference. Topics: Corsicana Six Central Illinois counties join to fight oral cancer A six-county consortium has been created to boost awareness of oral cancer and to provide screenings to help ensure residents are catching the cancer in the earliest and most treatable stages. Topics: Smoking Illinois Medicine Jennings' death may be 'wakeup call' for smokers WHEN SMOKERS QUIT Within 20 minutes of smoking that last cigarette, the body begins a series of changes that continues for years. Topics: Smoking Lung Cancer Medicine Charitable Organizations ... Betel Nut Habit Linked to Oral Cancers ISLAMABAD: Chewing betel nut quid is associated with aggressive oral cancers, and public health campaigns are needed to discourage betel nut quid use in Asian and Pacific Island cultures, U.S. researchers say. THE dangers of chewing tobacco are to be highlighted as part of a new ...

99. Saliva May Reveal Oral Cancer Clues Catching oral cancer may one day be as easy as spitting into a cup, a new studysuggests. http://my.webmd.com/content/Article/108/108837.htm

WebMD Today Home WebMD News Center XML News via RSS Member Services WebMD University My WebMD Find a Physician Medical Info Check Symptoms Medical Library Health Tools Clinical Trials ... Women, Men, Lifestyle Who We Are About WebMD Site Map sponsored Featured Centers You are in All Conditions ADD/ADHD Allergies Alzheimer's Arthritis Asthma Back Pain Bipolar Disorder Breast Cancer Cancer Cholesterol Management Dental Depression Diabetes Epilepsy Eye Health Heart Disease Hepatitis HIV/AIDS Hypertension Men's Conditions Mental Health Migraines/Headaches Multiple Sclerosis Osteoporosis Parkinson's Sexual Conditions Stroke Weight Control Women's Conditions Saliva May Reveal Oral Cancer Clues Saliva Screening Test for Oral Cancer May Catch Tumors Earlier By Jennifer Warner WebMD Medical News Reviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD on Thursday, July 07, 2005 More From WebMD What You Need to Know About Oral Cancer Good Oral Health Protects Your Entire Body Get the Day's Top Health Stories Delivered July 7, 2005 Detecting oral cancer may one day be as easy as spitting into a cup, a new study suggests. Researchers found people with oral cancer have higher levels of certain types of bacteria, and screening for these bacteria may offer a new way to diagnose the disease before it's too late.

100. IAOO: Oral Cancer Links The International Academy of Oral Oncology IAOO draws together for the firsttime formally, clinicians and scientists worldwide, working on issues http://www.eastman.ucl.ac.uk/iaoo/links.html

Home Latest IAOO News >>> Join IAOO Constitution ... Contact IAOO Links Professional Associations American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) www.aaoms.org American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS) www.aaps1921.org American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (ACOMS) www.acoms.org American Head and Neck Society www.headandneckcancer.org Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons of India www.aomsi.com Australian and New Zealand Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (ANZAOMS) www.anzaoms.org Australian and New Zealand Head and Neck Society www.anzhns.org Australian Society of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery www.asohns.org.au www.bahno.org.uk www.bahnon.org.uk European Association for Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery www.midthird.demon.co.uk/EACMFS.html European Laryngological Society www.md.ucl.ac.be/mont/chirurg/orl/larynx/els Eurpoean Organisation for Research and Treatment fo Cancer www.eortc.be Indian Society Of Head and Neck Oncology www.ishno.com International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons www.iaoms.org

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