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A Protocol for Rapid Post-mortem Cell Culture of Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG)
Published on: March 7, 2017
[Pindborg's tumor: a propos of a case]
Jalal Hamama1, Faiçal Choumi, Badr Abir
1Service de Stomatologie et de Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale, Hôpital Militaire d'Instruction Mohammed V, Avenue des Forces Armées Royales, 10100 Rabat, Maroc. hamamajalal76@hotmail.fr
Revue Belge De Medecine Dentaire
|March 10, 2011
Summary
The calcifying epithelial odontogenic tumor is a rare, benign tumor. Key features include amyloid-like material and calcified Liesegang rings, indicating its unique nature.
Area of Science:
- Oral pathology
- Odontogenic neoplasms
Background:
- The calcifying epithelial odontogenic tumor (CEOT) is a rare benign odontogenic neoplasm.
- First described by Danish pathologist Jens Pindborg in 1955.
Observation:
- CEOT is characterized by its local invasiveness.
- Histopathological examination reveals specific microscopic features.
Findings:
- The presence of an amyloid-like substance is a hallmark finding.
- Calcified concentric structures known as Liesegang rings are characteristic.
- These features aid in the definitive diagnosis of CEOT.
Implications:
- Accurate diagnosis of CEOT is crucial for appropriate management.
- Understanding the characteristic findings aids in differentiating CEOT from other odontogenic tumors.
- Further research into the pathogenesis of CEOT may reveal novel therapeutic targets.
