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Introdução: O cancro oral é cada vez mais comum, sendo o sexto tipo
mais frequente de neoplasia no mundo, com alta taxa de mortalidade e
morbidade. O exame clínico sistemático da cavidade oral é fundamental para
detetar lesões malignas precocemente. O carcinoma espinocelular é o tipo
mais comum de cancro oral, e a maioria das neoplasias de cabeça e pescoço
tem origem no epitélio da mucosa oral. Assim, alunos e futuros médicos
dentistas devem estar conscientes da importância da prevenção e deteção do
cancro oral por meio de uma observação cuidadosa dos tecidos moles da
cavidade oral.
Objetivos: Avaliar o nível de conhecimento e as atitudes dos alunos dos
4º e 5º anos da Faculdade de Medicina Dentária da Universidade Católica
Portuguesa em relação ao cancro oral.
Material e métodos: Foi realizado um estudo observacional descritivo
transversal com estudantes do ciclo clínico de Medicina Dentária. Para tal foi
utilizado um instrumento de recolha de dados adaptado dos questionários de
Dib (2003) e Horowitz (2000). Antes da aplicação do questionário, foi realizado
um pré-teste com 20 alunos para verificar a clareza e compreensão das
perguntas. Após a recolha dos dados, foi realizado o tratamento estatístico dos
mesmos, com recurso ao software SPSS versão 26.0.
Resultados: Participaram no estudo 90 alunos. Entre os alunos, a maior
parte reconheceu corretamente o género mais afetado pela patologia, bem
como o tipo de cancro oral mais comum. 55,6% dos estudantes sentem-se
confiantes no diagnóstico de lesões potencialmente malignas. No exame intraoral, a maioria dos alunos 94,4%, incluiu a avaliação das mucosas, língua,
palato, pavimento da boca e região retromolar, enquanto no exame extra-oral
81,1% realiza palpação dos nódulos linfáticos da região da cabeça e pescoço.
A maioria reconhece a importância dos futuros Médicos Dentistas na
prevenção e deteção do cancro oral. Apenas 37,8% dos alunos orientam os
seus pacientes para o autoexame oral. Em relação aos fatores de risco,
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apenas 2,2% dos alunos demonstram conhecimento preciso, contudo a grande
maioria apresenta um conhecimento parcial destes fatores.
Conclusão: Os alunos de Medicina Dentária são apropriadamente
informados sobre o cancro oral. Através de programas educacionais
abrangentes, adquirem conhecimentos teóricos sólidos sobre as patologias
associadas ao cancro oral. Os alunos reconhecem a importância do exame
oral detalhado na identificação precoce de lesões suspeitas. Contudo, é
necessário fomentar a componente prática e obter mais treino clínico no
manuseamento de lesões orais. De facto, é fundamental que os alunos
estejam preparados para desempenhar um papel ativo na prevenção e
deteção precoce do cancro oral.
Introduction: Oral cancer is increasingly common, being the sixth most common type of cancer in the world, with a high rate of mortality and morbidity. Systematic clinical examination of the oral cavity is essential to detect malignant lesions early. Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common type of oral cancer, and most head and neck cancers originate from the oral mucosal epithelium. Thus, students and future dentists should be aware of the importance of preventing and detecting oral cancer through careful observation of the soft tissues of the oral cavity. Objectives: To assess the level of knowledge and attitudes of 4th and 5th year students of the Faculty of Dental Medicine of the Catholic University of Portugal in relation to oral cancer. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional descriptive observational study was carried out with students of the clinical cycle of Dentistry. For this, a data collection instrument adapted from the questionnaires by Dib (2003) and Horowitz (2000) was used. Before applying the questionnaire, a pre-test was carried out with 20 students to verify the clarity and understanding of the questions. After collecting the data, statistical treatment was carried out using the SPSS software version 26.0. Results: 90 students participated in the study. Among the students, the majority correctly recognized the gender most affected by the pathology, as well as the most common type of oral cancer. 55,6% of students feel confident in diagnosing potentially malignant lesions. In the intra-oral exam, most of the students, 94,4%, include the evaluation of the mucous membranes, tongue, palate, floor of the mouth and retromolar region, while in the extra-oral exam, 81,1% perform palpation of the lymph nodes in the region of the head and neck. Most recognize the importance of future Dentists in the prevention and detection of oral cancer. Only 37,8% of the students guide their patients towards oral self-examination. With regard to risk factors, only 2,2% of students demonstrate precise knowledge, however the vast majority have partial knowledge of these factors. VII Conclusion: Dental students are adequately informed about oral cancer. Through comprehensive educational programs, they acquire solid theoretical knowledge about the pathologies associated with oral cancer. Students recognize the importance of detailed oral examination in early identification of suspicious lesions. However, it is necessary to promote the practical component and obtain more clinical training in the handling of oral lesions. In fact, it is essential that students are prepared to play an active role in the prevention and early detection of oral cancer.
Introduction: Oral cancer is increasingly common, being the sixth most common type of cancer in the world, with a high rate of mortality and morbidity. Systematic clinical examination of the oral cavity is essential to detect malignant lesions early. Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common type of oral cancer, and most head and neck cancers originate from the oral mucosal epithelium. Thus, students and future dentists should be aware of the importance of preventing and detecting oral cancer through careful observation of the soft tissues of the oral cavity. Objectives: To assess the level of knowledge and attitudes of 4th and 5th year students of the Faculty of Dental Medicine of the Catholic University of Portugal in relation to oral cancer. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional descriptive observational study was carried out with students of the clinical cycle of Dentistry. For this, a data collection instrument adapted from the questionnaires by Dib (2003) and Horowitz (2000) was used. Before applying the questionnaire, a pre-test was carried out with 20 students to verify the clarity and understanding of the questions. After collecting the data, statistical treatment was carried out using the SPSS software version 26.0. Results: 90 students participated in the study. Among the students, the majority correctly recognized the gender most affected by the pathology, as well as the most common type of oral cancer. 55,6% of students feel confident in diagnosing potentially malignant lesions. In the intra-oral exam, most of the students, 94,4%, include the evaluation of the mucous membranes, tongue, palate, floor of the mouth and retromolar region, while in the extra-oral exam, 81,1% perform palpation of the lymph nodes in the region of the head and neck. Most recognize the importance of future Dentists in the prevention and detection of oral cancer. Only 37,8% of the students guide their patients towards oral self-examination. With regard to risk factors, only 2,2% of students demonstrate precise knowledge, however the vast majority have partial knowledge of these factors. VII Conclusion: Dental students are adequately informed about oral cancer. Through comprehensive educational programs, they acquire solid theoretical knowledge about the pathologies associated with oral cancer. Students recognize the importance of detailed oral examination in early identification of suspicious lesions. However, it is necessary to promote the practical component and obtain more clinical training in the handling of oral lesions. In fact, it is essential that students are prepared to play an active role in the prevention and early detection of oral cancer.
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Cancro oral Lesões malignas Exame clínico Diagnóstico Oral cancer Malignant lesion Clinical examination Diagnosis