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Destructive membranous periodontal disease (Ligneous periodontitis)
1Department of Pathology, Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Ankara, Turkey.
Journal of Periodontology
|September 7, 1999
Summary
Generalized gingival enlargement, a rare condition involving amyloid or fibrin-like material, can manifest with extraoral symptoms. This destructive periodontal disease is linked to defective fibrinolysis and impaired wound healing, requiring systemic evaluation.
Area of Science:
- Periodontology
- Oral Medicine
- Genetics
Background:
- Generalized membranous gingival enlargement is a rare, destructive condition.
- It involves the accumulation of amyloid or fibrin-like material in periodontal tissues.
- This condition shares pathological mechanisms with ligneous conjunctivitis.
Observation:
- Presents three new cases of generalized membranous gingival enlargement.
- Two of the affected individuals are siblings, suggesting a potential genetic component.
- Some patients exhibit concurrent extraoral manifestations.
Findings:
- The primary pathogenetic mechanism appears to be defective fibrinolysis.
- Abnormal wound healing is also implicated in the disease process.
- The gingival lesion represents an involvement of periodontal tissues.
Implications:
- This unusual disease necessitates a systemic evaluation, considering potential involvement of other mucosal surfaces.
- Understanding the pathogenetic mechanisms can guide future therapeutic strategies.
- Early diagnosis and management are crucial due to the destructive nature of the condition.