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Aggressive (malignant) epithelial odontogenic ghost cell tumor.

J T Castle1, D M Arendt

  • 1Oral &amp Maxillofacial Pathology, Armed Forces Institute of Pathology, Washington, DC, USA.

Annals of Diagnostic Pathology
|August 25, 1999
PubMed
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This case highlights the aggressive potential of calcifying odontogenic cysts, suggesting a malignant epithelial odontogenic ghost cell tumor. Further investigation is needed due to the patient refusing treatment for the remaining tumor.

Area of Science:

  • Oral pathology
  • Odontogenic tumors
  • Maxillary pathology

Background:

  • Odontogenic tumors can present as cystic lesions in the jaw.
  • Malignant transformation of odontogenic cysts is rare but documented.
  • Calcifying odontogenic cysts are a type of odontogenic tumor.

Observation:

  • A 57-year-old man presented with an expanding cystic lesion in the anterior maxilla.
  • The lesion caused destruction of local structures.
  • Microscopic examination revealed an aggressive epithelial odontogenic tumor.

Findings:

  • The tumor showed features of malignant transformation from an odontogenic cyst.
  • This case supports the malignant potential of calcifying odontogenic cysts.
  • An aggressive or malignant form of epithelial odontogenic ghost cell tumor is suggested.

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Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of recognizing aggressive odontogenic neoplasms.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing such aggressive tumors.
  • Further research is needed to understand the behavior and metastatic potential of these tumors.