A study exploring the roles of desmoplastic reaction, tumor budding, tumor infiltrating lymphocytes, and depth of invasion as potential predictive parameters for extranodal extension in oral squamous cell carcinoma

Key Points

• The study aims to evaluate the roles of specific tumor characteristics as predictors for extranodal extension in oral squamous cell carcinoma.
• Analyzed the relationship between desmoplastic reaction, tumor budding, tumor infiltrating lymphocytes, and depth of invasion.
• Conducted histopathological assessments of tumor samples to identify predictive parameters.
• Identified a correlation between tumor characteristics and the presence of extranodal extension.
• Findings suggest that these parameters can impact treatment strategies and patient outcomes.