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Malignant tumors of the oral cavity are usually squamous cell carcinomas that develop due to risk factors like smoking, alcohol use, and HPV/EBV infection. The base of the mouth and tongue are the most common locations. Symptoms include pain, bleeding, difficulty speaking and swallowing. Treatment involves surgery to remove the tumor with possible resection of involved bone or soft tissue. Neck dissection may also be required depending on lymph node involvement. Prognosis depends on stage, with 5-year survi
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- Mladen Pazin
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