Characterization of oral pemphigus vulgaris in Thai patients.

• Main Authors: Anak Iamaroon, Pattriyaporn Boonyawong, Poramaporn Klanrit, Suwan Prasongtunskul, Kobkan Thongprasom
• Format: Journal
• Published: 2018
• Subjects: Dentistry
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?partnerID=HzOxMe3b&scp=33745787336&origin=inward; http://cmuir.cmu.ac.th/jspui/handle/6653943832/61620
• Institution: Chiang Mai University

Pemphigus vulgaris (PV) is a serious mucocutaneous disease that be fatal if left untreated. The oral mucosa is often the first site to be affected by the disease. It is thus important that the dentist is able to recognize oral manifestations of PV and refer appropriately. Although oral PV is a well-...