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Tumoral calcinosis around the mandibular condyle
K Shirasuna1, M Sugiyama, Y Yasui
1First Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Osaka University Faculty of Dentistry, Japan.
International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
|February 1, 1991
Summary
A rare case of tumoral calcinosis occurred near the temporomandibular joint in an elderly man. This condition involves calcification in the joint
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Rheumatology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Tumoral calcinosis is a rare condition characterized by calcium hydroxyapatite deposition.
- It typically affects the joints and periarticular tissues.
Observation:
- A 66-year-old Japanese male presented with tumoral calcinosis in the periarticular region of the temporomandibular joint.
- This is an unusual location for this condition.
Findings:
- The case highlights the potential for tumoral calcinosis to manifest in the temporomandibular joint.
- Histopathological examination confirmed calcium hydroxyapatite deposition.
Implications:
- This case expands the known spectrum of locations for tumoral calcinosis.
- Further research may elucidate the specific pathomechanisms in the temporomandibular joint.
- Early diagnosis and management are crucial for similar presentations.