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Acta Biomedica Scientia

Volume 4, Issue 3, 2017
Mcmed International
Acta Biomedica Scientia
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2348 - 215X (Print), 2348 - 2168 (Online)
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bi-annual
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Abstract
Title
PERCEPTION AND UTILIZATION OF ORAL PATHOLOGISTS IN DIAGNOSING ORAL LESIONS: INSIGHTS FROM GENERAL PATHOLOGISTS
Author
Dr. Elakkiya K*, Dr Meera Balakrishnan
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Oral pathology, General pathologists, Diagnostic challenges, Oral lesions, Referral patterns
Abstract
This study aimed to assess the perception of oral pathologists by general pathologists and their role in diagnosing oral lesions within the diagnostic challenges. A survey was conducted among qualified general pathologists, covering topics such as the involvement of oral pathologists in identifying and managing oral lesions. Both inferential and descriptive analyses were performed on the collected data, including comparisons based on work experience regarding referrals of oral tumors and cysts. A significance level of p <0.05 was used for determining statistical significance. A total of 250 pathologists participated in the survey, with 232 indicating awareness of oral pathology. The majority (198) believed that oral pathologists are adept at diagnosing oral, jaw, and salivary gland pathological lesions. However, 137 participants reported avoiding referrals to oral pathologists. Interestingly, each participant expressed willingness to undergo training in oral pathology, highlighting the perceived importance of this specialization. There was a consensus among participants regarding the inclusion of oral pathologists in multidisciplinary teams for handling challenging cases. The findings indicate that general pathologists acknowledge oral pathology as a specialized field and recognize the value of oral pathologists' opinions in diagnosing oral lesions. However, referrals to oral pathologists were not common among most participants. Nonetheless, it is evident that complex cases necessitate the expertise of oral pathologists within histopathology laboratories
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