Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC) patients

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https://doi.org/10.17159/sadj.v80i07.23701

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Oral Cancer, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC)

Abstract

Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is a prevalent form of oral cancer, associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. Treatment often involves surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy, which can impact patients’ quality of life (QoL) and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL).

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2025-11-20

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Elsheikh , M., & Smit, D. (2025). Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC) patients. South African Dental Journal, 80(08), 415-421. https://doi.org/10.17159/sadj.v80i07.23701