Expression of latent membrane protein 1 of Epstein Barr Virus in oral squamous cell carcinoma: A baseline clinicopathologic study

Key Points

• This study aims to investigate the role of Epstein Barr virus encoded latent membrane protein 1 in oral squamous cell carcinoma.
• Examined the expression of latent membrane protein 1 in oral squamous cell carcinoma cases.
• Utilized clinicopathologic analysis to assess potential links to oral cancer development.
• Identified a potential association between Epstein Barr virus latent membrane protein 1 expression and oral squamous cell carcinoma.
• Highlighted the contribution of viral oncogenic factors alongside tobacco and alcohol in oral cancer.