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Malignant tumours presenting after dental extraction: a case series
o N Obuekwe1, O Akpata, M A Ojo
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, P.M.B 1154, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.
East African Medical Journal
|August 27, 2005
Summary
Malignant neoplasms can occur after tooth extraction, often presenting as pain and swelling. Squamous cell carcinoma was the most frequent diagnosis in this study of 12 patients.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Malignant neoplasms following tooth extraction are uncommon.
- These tumors can present with symptoms mimicking dental infections.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the clinical characteristics of malignant neoplasms discovered after tooth extraction.
- To highlight the importance of considering malignancy in persistent dental complaints.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 12 patients.
- Review of demographic and clinical data for patients with malignant neoplasms post-extraction.
Main Results:
- 11 males and 1 female (11:1 ratio) were studied, aged 15-85 years (mean 53).
- Common symptoms included pain and swelling.
- The mandible was more frequently affected (58.3%) than the maxilla (41.7%).
- Squamous cell carcinoma was the most prevalent malignancy (9 cases).
Conclusions:
- Malignant tumors can present similarly to periapical infections.
- A high index of suspicion is crucial for diagnosing toothache of unclear etiology.
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