Smoking and drinking leave genetic marks in mouth cells that may lead to cancer
NCT ID NCT06094829
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at 100 healthy adults to see how tobacco and alcohol use cause genetic changes in cells lining the mouth. Researchers collected cheek cells using a gentle brush and searched for mutations linked to oral cancer. The goal was to understand how these substances might drive early cancer development, but the study does not provide any direct diagnosis or treatment.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify early genetic changes linked to oral cancer, potentially improving future screening or prevention strategies.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot diagnose cancer or predict individual risk, and results may not lead to immediate clinical changes.
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Locations
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Cabinet Libéral Balayre
Chassieu, 69680, France
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Cabinet Libéral Bondil
Villefranche-sur-Saône, 69400, France
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Cabinet Libéral Calvo
Quint-Fonsegrives, 31130, France
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Cabinet Libéral Cougot
Meudon, 92190, France
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Cabinet Libéral Debeauvais
Châtillon-Coligny, 45230, France
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Cabinet Libéral Dutour
Theix, 63122, France
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Cabinet Libéral Finet
Fontaine-lès-Dijon, 21121, France
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Cabinet Libéral Glomet
Saumur, 49400, France
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Cabinet Libéral Grammatica
Lyon, 69008, France
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Cabinet Libéral Jaeggy
Haguenau, 67500, France
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Cabinet Libéral Janisset-Masse
Villiers-sur-Marne, 95350, France
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Cabinet Libéral Masri
Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, 54500, France
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Cabinet Libéral Picquendar
Bougival, 78380, France
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Centre de Consultations et de Traitements Dentaires HCL
Lyon, 69007, France
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Unité de chirurgie et médecine orales (UCMO) - HCL - Hôpital Edouard Herriot- Pavillon R
Lyon, 69003, France