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Peripheral dentinogenic ghost-cell tumor: a case report.

W H Castro1, M C de Aguiar, R S Gomez

  • 1Department of Oral Surgery and Pathology, University of Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil.

Quintessence International (Berlin, Germany : 1985)
|January 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Dentinogenic ghost-cell tumors, a rare variant of calcifying odontogenic cysts, are infrequently documented in peripheral locations. This report details a specific peripheral case and reviews existing literature on this uncommon dental tumor.

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Area of Science:

  • Oral pathology
  • Odontogenic tumors
  • Cystic lesions of the jaw

Background:

  • The dentinogenic ghost-cell tumor (DGCT) is a rare solid variant of the calcifying odontogenic cyst (COC).
  • Peripheral presentations of DGCT are exceptionally uncommon, with limited clinical and radiographic documentation available in scientific literature.
  • Understanding the characteristics of peripheral DGCT is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.

Observation:

  • This study presents a clinical case of a peripheral dentinogenic ghost-cell tumor.
  • The case includes detailed clinical and radiographic documentation.
  • The tumor's peripheral location presents unique diagnostic challenges.

Findings:

  • The presented case contributes to the scarce literature on peripheral DGCT.

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  • Review of existing literature provides insights into the behavior and presentation of this rare tumor.
  • Analysis of the case and literature aids in characterizing peripheral DGCT.

    • Implications:

    • Enhanced understanding of peripheral dentinogenic ghost-cell tumors.
    • Improved diagnostic accuracy for rare odontogenic lesions.
    • Guidance for clinicians managing peripheral calcifying odontogenic cyst variants.