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Odontogenic cysts. Analysis of 856 cases
A Mosqueda-Taylor1, M E Irigoyen-Camacho, M A Diaz-Franco
1Departamento de Atencion a la Salud, Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana, Xochimilco, Mexico. mosqueda@cueyatl.uam.mx
Medicina Oral : Organo Oficial De La Sociedad Espanola De Medicina Oral Y De La Academia Iberoamericana De Patologia Y Medicina Bucal
|March 12, 2002
Summary
This study details the frequency of odontogenic cysts (OC) in Mexico City, finding radicular cysts, dentigerous cysts, and odontogenic keratocysts to be most common. Gender and service type showed significant associations with radicular and dentigerous cysts.
Area of Science:
- Oral Pathology
- Odontogenic Cysts
- Jaw Lesions
Background:
- Odontogenic cysts (OC) are a primary cause of jaw destruction.
- Limited data exists on OC prevalence in the Mexican population.
- Understanding OC epidemiology is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the frequency of different OC types in Mexico City.
- To compare findings with international studies.
- To analyze associations between OC, patient gender, and service type.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 856 OC cases from two oral pathology services.
- Classification of OC types according to WHO.
- Statistical analysis of OC distribution by gender and service type.
Main Results:
- Radicular cysts (342), dentigerous cysts (283), and odontogenic keratocysts (184) were the most frequent OC, comprising 94.5% of cases.
- OC occurred in 52.5% of males and 47% of females.
- Significant associations (p<0.01) were found between gender/service type and radicular/dentigerous cysts.
Conclusions:
- Radicular cysts, dentigerous cysts, and odontogenic keratocysts are the predominant OC in Mexico City.
- Gender and oral pathology service type are significantly associated with specific OC subtypes.
- Early diagnosis and treatment require knowledge of OC origin, features, and behavior.