New insights in submucous fibrosis: Nicotine dependence and nutritional assessment.

Researchers found that nicotine dependence and poor nutritional status—indicated by lower body weight measures and iron levels—correlated with greater disease severity in oral submucous fibrosis patients. These factors could help identify higher-risk patients requiring more intensive treatment approaches.

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