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Efraín Alvarez1, María P Laberry, Carlos M Ardila
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, University of Antioquia, Calle 64 No. 52-59, Medellín, Colombia.
Case Reports in Dentistry
|June 16, 2012
Summary
This study reports a rare case of multiple oral leiomyomas in an infant. Surgical excision is the recommended treatment for this benign smooth muscle tumor.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pathology
- Pediatric Medicine
Background:
- Oral leiomyomas are rare benign smooth muscle tumors, typically found in adults in the uterus, GI tract, or skin.
- Incidence in the oral cavity is uncommon, with even fewer cases reported in children.
Observation:
- A unique case of multiple leiomyomas affecting the tongue, cheek, and floor of the mouth in an 8-month-old infant is presented.
- This represents the first reported instance of multiple oral leiomyomas in the medical literature.
Findings:
- Histological examination is the primary diagnostic method for oral leiomyomas.
- Immunohistochemical tests are crucial for differentiating leiomyomas from other oral tumors.
Implications:
- The findings highlight the importance of considering leiomyomas in pediatric oral lesions.
- Surgical excision is confirmed as the optimal treatment strategy for oral leiomyomas.
- This case expands the understanding of the rare occurrence of multiple leiomyomas in the oral cavity.