Oral melanoacanthoma: a case report and review of the literature
2009
Oral Melanoacanthoma Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Lakshminarayanan Vidya, Ranganathan Kannan
Primary Institution: Ragas Dental College and Hospital
Conclusion
This is the first reported instance of oral melanoacanthoma in the Indian sub-continent, and the lesion regressed following biopsy.
Supporting Evidence
- Oral melanoacanthoma is a rare, benign pigmented lesion.
- The lesion was diagnosed based on clinical features and histological presentation.
- Histopathological examination revealed acanthosis and dendritic melanocytes.
Takeaway
A 24-year-old man had a brown spot in his mouth that grew quickly, but it turned out to be a harmless condition that went away after a small surgery.
Methodology
The lesion was diagnosed through clinical examination and histopathological analysis after an incisional biopsy.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
24-year-old Asian Indian male.
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