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Leukoplakia, Oral
Medical Definition: | A white patch seen on the oral mucosa. It is considered a premalignant condition and is often tobacco-induced. When evidence of Epstein-Barr virus is present, the condition is called hairy leukoplakia (LEUKOPLAKIA, HAIRY). |
Guide Notes: | neoplastic; /blood supply /chem /secret /ultrastruct permitted |
Previously Indexed: | Leukoplakia (1966-1969),Mouth Neoplasms (1966-1969) |
Leukoplakia, Oral Medical Definitions and Terms
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