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An Immunohistopathologic Study to Profile the Folate Receptor Beta Macrophage and Vascular Immune Microenvironment in Giant Cell Arteritis

Published on: February 8, 2019

Peripheral giant cell granuloma: a case report.

Ruchi Banthia¹, Shubhra Maheshwari, Priyank Banthia

¹Department of Periodontics, Modern Dental College & Research Centre, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India.

General Dentistry

|January 11, 2013

Summary

Peripheral giant cell granuloma, a rare lesion on the gums, may stem from local irritation. Surgical removal is key, with follow-ups needed due to potential recurrence.

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Area of Science:

Oral pathology
Dermatology
Surgical oncology

Background:

Peripheral giant cell granuloma (PGCG) is an uncommon oral lesion.
Its exact cause is unknown, but trauma or irritation are suspected.
It typically presents as an exophytic growth on the gingiva or alveolar ridge.

Observation:

A case study of a 35-year-old female patient with PGCG in the maxillary anterior region.
Detailed clinical presentation and histopathological examination were performed.
The lesion's appearance and characteristics were documented.

Findings:

The PGCG was surgically excised.
Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of peripheral giant cell granuloma.
Post-operative management included regular follow-up appointments.

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Implications:

Surgical excision is the primary treatment for PGCG.
Close monitoring is essential due to the lesion's propensity for recurrence.
Understanding PGCG's clinical and histopathological features aids in effective management.