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Mesh term Leukoplakia, Hairy

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Epstein-Barr Virus Infections
Leukoplakia, Oral

Description

Epithelial hyperplasia of the oral mucosa associated with Epstein-Barr virus (HERPESVIRUS 4, HUMAN) and found almost exclusively in persons with HIV infection. The lesion consists of a white patch that is often corrugated or hairy.



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