Mohammed T Mutashar

Department of Oral Diagnosis, College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad, Iraq

Publications

  • Research   
    Clinicopathological Analysis of Neck Masses in the Iraqi Population: A Ten-Year Retrospective Study
    Author(s): Mohammed T Mutashar* and Bashar H Abdullah

    Objective: This study aims to investigate the epidemiological characteristics of neck masses (NMs) in the Iraqi population over a ten-year period (2010-2020), including their prevalence, demographics, and clinicopathological features. Background: NMs encompass a wide range of pathologies, and precise diagnosis is crucial for optimal management. While international studies have addressed NMs, our research specifically focuses on the Iraqi population. Methods: A retrospective study was conducted in Baghdad, Iraq, from January to March 2022. Data from a decade (2010-2020) were collected from various institutions, and diagnoses were reevaluated. SPSS version 23 facilitated descriptive analysis. Results: The study included 301 NM cases, with a balanced gender distribution and a mean age of 32.2 years. NMs were categorized into congenital (25.9%), inflammatory (22.3%), and neoplastic (51.8%.. Read More»

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