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Congenital epulis-a case report
Madhumita Mukhopadhyay1, Pradip Kumar Mohanta, Biswanath Mukhopadhyay
1Department of Pathology, IPGME&R and SSKM Hospital, Kolkata.
Insights
A congenital epulis, a rare newborn tumor, was surgically removed from a baby's gum. The infant recovered well, with no recurrence one year post-operation.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Pathology
Background:
- Congenital epulis is a rare, benign tumor of the newborn oral cavity.
- It typically presents as a pedunculated mass on the gingiva, potentially causing feeding difficulties.
Observation:
- A 2-day-old full-term newborn presented with a pedunculated mass on the mandibular gingiva.
- The mass interfered with feeding, necessitating intervention.
Findings:
- Surgical excision of the mass was performed under general anesthesia.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of congenital epulis.
Implications:
- Congenital epulis can be successfully treated with complete surgical excision.
- Early diagnosis and intervention ensure favorable outcomes for affected newborns.
Abstract:
A full term newborn baby presented at the age of 2 days with a pedunculated mass arising from the mandibular gingiva and having difficulty in feeding. The mass was excised under general anaesthesia. Histopathology proved it to be a case of congenital epulis. The baby is doing well during follow-up one year after surgery.
