Areca nut-induced oral fibrosis - Reassessing the biology of oral submucous fibrosis

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BACKGROUND: Oral submucous fibrosis (OSF) is a pathological condition characterized by excessive tissue healing resulting from physical, chemical, or mechanical trauma. Notably, areca nut consumption significantly contributes to the development of oral fibrosis. The current definition of OSF, recognizing its potential for malignant transformation, necessitates a more comprehensive understanding of its pathophysiology and etiology.

HIGHLIGHTS: Areca nut induces fibrotic pathways by upregulating inflammatory cytokines such as TGF-β and expressing additional cytokines. Moreover, it triggers the conversion of fibroblasts to myofibroblasts, characterized by α-SMA and γSMA expression, resulting in accelerated collagen production. Arecoline, a component of areca nut, has been shown to elevate levels of reactive oxygen species, upregulate the expression of various cytokines, and activate specific signaling pathways (MEK, COX2, PI3K), all contributing to fibrosis. Therefore, we propose redefining OSF as "Areca nut-induced oral fibrosis" (AIOF) to align with current epistemology, emphasizing its distinctive association with areca nut consumption. The refined definition enhances our ability to develop targeted interventions, thus contributing to more effective prevention and treatment strategies for oral submucous fibrosis worldwide.

CONCLUSION: Arecoline plays a crucial role as a mediator in fibrosis development, contributing to extracellular matrix accumulation in OSF. The re-evaluation of OSF as AIOF offers a more accurate representation of the condition. This nuanced perspective is essential for distinguishing AIOF from other forms of oral fibrosis and advancing our understanding of the disease's pathophysiology.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

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2024

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - year:2024

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Journal of oral biosciences - (2024) vom: 21. Feb.

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Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Sharma, Mohit [VerfasserIn]
Sarode, Sachin C [VerfasserIn]
Sarode, Gargi [VerfasserIn]
Radhakrishnan, Raghu [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

Areca nut
Areca nut-induced oral fibrosis
Journal Article
Oral fibrosis
Oral submucous fibrosis
Over-healing wound
Review

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Date Revised 23.02.2024

published: Print-Electronic

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10.1016/j.job.2024.02.005

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NLM368852415