Knowledge Assessment of Undergraduate Dental Students about Oral Cancer -An Institutional Study.
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2017-01
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Background: Oral cancer is one of the leading cause of death in Indian subcontinent. Early detection will definitely
reduce its mortality rate. Aims and Objectives: To assess knowledge of undergraduate dental students about oral
cancer. Methods: A cross-sectional, questionnaire with 10 questions related to basic aspects of oral cancer was
designed and distributed to 100 undergraduate students from January 2015 to June 2015. The data was collected,
tabulated and analyzed statistically for number and percentage using EPI-Info statistical software version 6. Results:
Most of the students assessed were females making to 60% (60), while males were only 40% (40). 49 females and 32
males routinely check the oral mucosa completely. 56 females and 34 males ask the patients about their personal
history like habits of tobacco and alcohol. Conclusion: Even though most of the students had adequate knowledge
regarding basics of oral cancer, curriculum should be revised in such a way to enhance the knowledge of students
about oral cancer.
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Dental students, Knowledge, Oral Cancer, Tobacco
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Gaddikeri Kavitha, Bhorgonde Deepak D. Knowledge Assessment of Undergraduate Dental Students about Oral Cancer -An Institutional Study. Annals of International Medical and Dental Research. 2017 Jan-Feb; 3(1): 17-20.