Proliferative verrucous leukoplakia: a literature review

Authors

Ekarat Phattarataratip

Publication Date

2005-01-01

Abstract

This article presents proliferative verrucous leukoplakia (PVL), a distinct form of oral leukoplakia which exhibits aggressive behavior due to its high rates of recurrence and malignant transformation. It is a disease of unknown origin. The prevalence and distribution of this lesion are different from those of other forms of oral leukoplakia, and its clinical-pathologic appearance is varied, depending on the stage of development of the lesion. PVL is resistant to most kinds of therapy; therefore, the control of this disease is difficult, especially in the late course of disease in which multiple lesions usually occur. The early diagnosis of this lesion is necessary. Thus, the clinicians should recognize and be familiar with the expression of this disease.

DOI

10.58837/CHULA.CUDJ.28.1.7

First Page

59

Last Page

68

Recommended Citation

Phattarataratip, Ekarat (2005) "Proliferative verrucous leukoplakia: a literature review," Chulalongkorn University Dental Journal: Vol. 28: Iss. 1, Article 7.
DOI: 10.58837/CHULA.CUDJ.28.1.7
Available at: https://digital.car.chula.ac.th/cudj/vol28/iss1/7