Background: Chronic oral mucosal disease questionnaire (COMDQ) is used to evaluate the quality of life in patients with chronic conditions of the oral mucosa. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Persian version of this questionnaire. Methods: A total of 135 subjects were selected in two groups; group 1 consisted of 95 patients with chronic oral muco...

background there is a dearth of epidemiologic studies that provide important information to understand the incidence, prevalence and severity of oral lesions in patients with tuberculosis (tb). objectives this study aimed to determine the prevalence of oral mucosal lesions and adverse habits among hospitalized tb patients. patients and methods the study was conducted on all the tb patients (n =...

THE CLINICAL AND SCIENTIFIC IMPORTANCE OF MUCOSAL INFLAMMATION Standing at the interface between the host and the environment, mucosal-lined surfaces represent the first line of defense against potential pathogens. This defensive role is particularly relevant to the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract, the pulmonary system, and the urinary tract, each of which is particularly susceptible to th...

Background: Oral mucocutaneous lesions have a significant impact on patient care. Late diagnosis of oral may affect patients' quality life and prognosis. Dentists are usually the first to encounter such lesions, many studies explored knowledge management related cancer. However, not examined more comprehensive understanding including infectious autoimmune/immune-mediated diseases. Aims: This st...