Oral Cancer, Socioeconomic Status, and Access to Health Care in BC
What is
Oral Cancer?
Oral cancer is any cancerous tissue growth and spread of cells occurring in the mouth cavity including the:
- lips
- inside of the lips and cheeks
- tongue
- gums
- floor of the mouth
- salivary gland
- tonsil
- oropharnynx
- back of the throat
- roof of the mouth
Head and Neck Overview.
Image Source: National Cancer Institute
Gum cancer.
Image Source: dentalhealthcentre.co.uk
Oral biopsy.
Image Source: CDx Diagnostics
Oral endoscopy and video stroboscopy.
Image Source: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
MRI showing abnormal tissue growth in the oral cavity.
Image Source: Tata Memorial Hospital
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50-60%
five-year survival rate
In 2012, oral cancer was diagnosed in 4000 new cases and responsible for 1150 deaths in Canada.
33%
67%
