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An aggressive peripheral giant cell granuloma in a child
P J Pandolfi1, S Felefli, C M Flaitz
1Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Service, Ben Taub General Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, USA.
The Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
|November 7, 1999
Summary
A pediatric patient presented with a growing maxillary lesion diagnosed as peripheral giant cell granuloma. Surgical excision and tooth extraction led to a complete recovery with no recurrence after six months.
Area of Science:
- Oral pathology
- Pediatric dentistry
- Maxillofacial surgery
Background:
- Peripheral giant cell granuloma (PGCG) is a reactive hyperplasia, typically occurring in adults, often associated with tooth extraction or irritation.
- Maxillary PGCG in pediatric patients is rare, presenting diagnostic and management challenges.
Observation:
- An 11-year-old boy exhibited a rapidly enlarging, painful, ulcerated, and bleeding lesion on the posterior maxillary alveolus.
- The lesion displaced adjacent teeth, indicating significant local impact.
Findings:
- Incisional biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of peripheral giant cell granuloma.
- Surgical management involved complete excision of the PGCG and extraction of the affected teeth.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering PGCG in pediatric patients with maxillary lesions, despite its rarity.
- Successful surgical intervention and follow-up confirmed the efficacy of treatment and absence of recurrence in this pediatric case.