Rare Case of Peripheral Ameloblastoma
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Chattopadhyay Abira, Hossain Arif, Chatterjee Aritra, De Nayana, Mandal Soumen
Primary Institution: Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College and Hospital, Kolkata, IND
Conclusion
The case of peripheral ameloblastoma was successfully treated with surgical excision and showed no recurrence after nine months.
Supporting Evidence
- Peripheral ameloblastoma is a rare, benign tumor that is less aggressive than its intraosseous counterpart.
- The patient had no recurrence after nine months of follow-up.
- Surgical excision with clear margins is the recommended treatment for peripheral ameloblastoma.
Takeaway
A young boy had a rare growth in his mouth that looked like a gum problem, but it was actually a type of tumor called peripheral ameloblastoma, which was removed and hasn't come back.
Methodology
The patient underwent surgical excision of the lesion along with extraction of regional teeth.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 17-year-old male patient.
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