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Peripheral dentinogenic ghost cell tumor of the gingiva
Giovanna Iezzi1, Corrado Rubini, Massimiliano Fioroni
1Department of Odontostomatologic Science, Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy.
Journal of Periodontology
|August 3, 2007
Summary
A rare dentinogenic ghost cell tumor, a locally invasive neoplasm, presented as a gingival mass. Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis, emphasizing its importance for accurate identification of this rare odontogenic tumor.
Area of Science:
- Oral Pathology
- Odontogenic Tumors
- Neoplastic Lesions
Background:
- Dentinogenic ghost cell tumor is a rare, locally invasive neoplasm.
- Characterized by ameloblastoma-like epithelial islands within a connective tissue stroma.
Observation:
- A 43-year-old male presented with a 2 cm sessile, exophytic gingival mass in the right maxilla.
- The lesion was surgically enucleated for examination.
Findings:
- Microscopic analysis revealed odontogenic epithelium, ghost cells, dentinoid material, and giant cells.
- The definitive diagnosis was dentinogenic ghost cell tumor.
Implications:
- This peripheral, extraosseous lesion can mimic other gingival conditions.
- Histological examination and biopsy are crucial for accurate diagnosis.
- Highlights the rarity and diagnostic challenges of dentinogenic ghost cell tumors.
