Living evidence-informed guideline on the early detection of oral squamous cell carcinoma and potentially malignant disorders: Salivary adjunct tests to determine the need for biopsy, Version 2026 1.0.
A guideline reviewed evidence on salivary tests for detecting oral cancer and potentially malignant disorders. The panel recommended these tests remain in research settings only, while clinical examination and biopsy remain standard for diagnosis.
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