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[Intravascular endothelial papillary hyperplasia in the masseter muscle]
F J Rodriguez Campo1, F Monje Gil, A Chaves Benito
1Service de Chirurgie Buccale et Maxillofaciale, Hospital de la Princesa, Universidad Autonoma de Madrid, Espagne.
Revue De Stomatologie Et De Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale
|January 1, 1991
Summary
Intravascular Papillary Endothelial Hyperplasia (IVPEH) is a rare, benign vascular lesion. This case highlights surgical excision and histological examination for accurate diagnosis, distinguishing it from malignancy.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Pathology
- Head and Neck Neoplasms
Background:
- Intravascular Papillary Endothelial Hyperplasia (IVPEH) is an uncommon benign vascular proliferation.
- First described by Masson in 1923 as "Hemangioendotheliom vegetant intravascular".
Observation:
- A case of IVPEH is presented with its location in the masseter muscle.
- The lesion was treated with surgical excision.
Findings:
- Histological examination is crucial for differentiating IVPEH from malignant vascular tumors.
- This benign process requires careful diagnostic evaluation.
Implications:
- Accurate diagnosis of IVPEH prevents unnecessary aggressive treatment.
- Understanding IVPEH aids in managing benign vascular lesions in the head and neck region.
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