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Genetic Study Links Tobacco to Aggressive Oral Cancer in Women

12/1/2025

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A study from India links key genetic mutations to aggressive oral cancer in women in Karnataka's Kolar district.
Ten significant gene mutations were identified through whole-exome sequencing in women using the local tobacco Kaddipudi.
CASP8 emerged as the primary driver mutation, unlike prior studies centered on men.
Researchers used artificial intelligence to classify patients by immune response.
The study was published in Clinical and Translational Medicine and suggests tailored treatments.

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A study from India links key genetic mutations to aggressive oral cancer in women in Karnataka's Kolar district.
Ten significant gene mutations were identified through whole-exome sequencing in women using the local tobacco Kaddipudi.
CASP8 emerged as the primary driver mutation, unlike prior studies centered on men.
Researchers used artificial intelligence to classify patients by immune response.
The study was published in Clinical and Translational Medicine and suggests tailored treatments.