A Recurrent Case of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Abstract

More than 90% of all oral cancer is Oral Squamous cell carcinoma. Exposure to environmental factors such
as tobacco, betel quid and areca nut in combination with genetic predisposition leads to gene mutations and
carcinogenesis. They often manifest as ulcerated exophytic masses or tumor in the oral cavity. A combination
of surgical procedure, radiotherapy and chemotherapy is implemented in the management of Oral Squamous
cell carcinoma. However it is associated with high rate of recurrence which may be more aggressive and
invasive in nature. This article discusses a case of recurrent oral Squamous cell carcinoma, its manifestation
and therapeutic approach.