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M Mabongo1, N H Wood, J Lemmer

  • 1Department of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery, School of Dentistry, University of Limpopo, Medunsa Campus, South Africa.

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Congenital epulis (CE) is a rare, benign tumor presenting at birth. Simple excision is the standard treatment for this condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Oral pathology
  • Pediatric oncology
  • Developmental biology

Background:

  • Congenital epulis (CE) is an uncommon lesion presenting at birth.
  • Its pathogenesis and histogenesis remain uncertain.
  • CE is classified as a benign hamartoma.

Observation:

  • CE can obstruct infant feeding and respiration.
  • Over 200 cases have been documented since its initial description 136 years ago.

Findings:

  • The primary characteristic of CE is its granular cell nature.
  • CE is a congenital condition, meaning it is present at birth.

Implications:

  • Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for affected infants.
  • Further research into CE pathogenesis may reveal new therapeutic targets.