Cementoblastoma Arising in the Maxilla of an 8-Year-Old Boy: A Case Report
2011
Cementoblastoma in an 8-Year-Old Boy
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Hiroyuki Harada, Ken Omura, Seiki Mogi, Norihiko Okada
Primary Institution: Tokyo Medical and Dental University
Conclusion
The 8-year-old boy treated for cementoblastoma has had no recurrence of the tumor and a satisfactory facial appearance nine years post-surgery.
Supporting Evidence
- Cementoblastoma is rare in children, with only five cases reported in those under 10 years old.
- The tumor was treated with a partial maxillectomy.
- The patient has not experienced any recurrence of the tumor in nine years.
Takeaway
A boy had a rare tumor in his mouth, and after surgery, he has been fine for nine years without any problems.
Methodology
The patient underwent a right partial maxillectomy after a diagnosis of cementoblastoma.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
The participant was an 8-year-old boy.
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