Clear Cell Odontogenic Carcinoma: A Case Report
Author Information
Author(s): Avninder Singh, Rakheja Dinesh, Bhatnagar Amar
Primary Institution: Institute of Pathology-ICMR, Safdarjung Hospital Campus, New Delhi, India
Conclusion
Clear cell odontogenic carcinoma should be considered in the differential diagnosis of jaw tumors with a clear cell component, and more radical resection is warranted to prevent recurrences.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a painful swelling in the jaw and underwent surgery.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of clear cell odontogenic carcinoma.
- Positive surgical margins were found, indicating a need for more aggressive treatment.
Takeaway
This study talks about a rare jaw tumor that can come back after treatment, so doctors need to be careful and do more surgery if it's big.
Methodology
The patient underwent resection of the tumor followed by hemimandibulectomy and neck dissection due to positive margins.
Limitations
The limited number of reported cases makes it hard to assess prognostic factors or treatment efficacy.
Participant Demographics
A 45-year-old woman with a rare jaw tumor.
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