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[Giant-cell reparative granuloma: a case report].
D Rozé1, P Libersa, J C Libersa
1Service d'odontologie, CHRU Lille, 1 place de Verdun, 59000 Lille, France. david.roze@libertysurf.fr
Revue De Stomatologie Et De Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale
|November 27, 2002
Summary
Giant-cell reparative granuloma (GCRG) in a child's maxilla is rare. Surgical curettage is an effective treatment with a low recurrence rate for this jaw lesion.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Pathology
Background:
- Giant-cell reparative granuloma (GCRG) is an uncommon benign bone lesion.
- The exact pathogenesis of GCRG remains poorly understood.
- This condition can occur in the jawbones, particularly in younger individuals.
Observation:
- A case of GCRG in the maxilla of a 9-year-old child is presented.
- Radiological findings were variable, showing radiolucency with uni- or multilocular features.
- Clinical symptoms included compression effects on adjacent tooth roots.
Findings:
- Diagnosis was confirmed through pathological examination.
- Surgical curettage was performed as the treatment modality.
- Post-operative follow-up indicated no recurrence of the lesion.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering GCRG in the differential diagnosis of pediatric jaw lesions.
- Effective surgical management can lead to favorable outcomes.
- Further research into GCRG pathogenesis may improve diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.