Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Cystic Fibrosis: Pathogenesis01:23

Cystic Fibrosis: Pathogenesis

Cystic fibrosis (CF), an autosomal recessive disorder, significantly affects the function of exocrine glands. This genetically inherited disease is characterized by the production of thick and sticky mucus, which can severely affect various organs and systems in the body.
CF is primarily caused by a genetic mutation in a chromosome 7 gene coding for the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) protein. The most common gene mutation leading to CF is the ΔF508 mutation, but...
Brain Abscess l: Introduction01:26

Brain Abscess l: Introduction

A brain abscess is a focal, intracerebral infection characterized by a localized collection of pus within the brain parenchyma, resulting from microbial invasion and the body’s inflammatory response. It progresses through stages: early and late cerebritis, followed by early and late capsule formation, reflecting tissue destruction, immune response, and eventual encapsulation.Etiology and PathogenesisCausative organisms vary with source and host factors, often involving polymicrobial infections,...
Gallbladder01:17

Gallbladder

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ that plays a crucial role in our digestive system. Measuring about 10 cm in length, it is comparable in size to a kiwi fruit and is located in a hollow area on the lower surface of the liver. The gallbladder's primary function is to store and concentrate bile, a fluid produced by the liver that aids in digestion.
The gallbladder's anatomy consists of three regions: the fundus, body, and neck. Extending from the neck, the cystic duct joins the common...
Cirrhosis I: Introduction01:23

Cirrhosis I: Introduction

Cirrhosis is a chronic, irreversible liver disease characterized by the widespread replacement of healthy liver tissue with fibrotic scar tissue and the formation of regenerative nodules.Etiology of cirrhosisCirrhosis results from sustained liver injury that triggers progressive fibrosis and structural remodeling. The underlying causes are diverse, encompassing common and less frequent clinical conditions. Regardless of the origin, all causes lead to chronic inflammation, hepatocyte loss, and...
Exocrine Glands: Unicellular and Multicellular Glands01:29

Exocrine Glands: Unicellular and Multicellular Glands

Exocrine glands are classified as unicellular and multicellular. The unicellular glands are scattered single cells, such as goblet cells, found in the mucous membranes of the small and large intestines. On the other hand, multicellular exocrine glands develop as secretory sheets, like the internal lining of the abdomen or chest. Such secretory sheets release their secretions directly into the lumen of these organs. In addition, some multicellular glands have deep-seated secretory units to...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

CAD/CAM and conventional reconstruction of the mandibular condyle by fibula free flap: a clinical and radiological evaluation.

International journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery·2022
Same author

Alternatives to free flap surgery for maxillofacial reconstruction: focus on the submental island flap and the pectoralis major myocutaneous flap.

BMC oral health·2021
Same author

Differential localization of PD-L1 and Akt-1 involvement in radioresistant and radiosensitive cell lines of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.

Carcinogenesis·2019
Same author

Magnetic resonance angiography for free fibula harvest: anatomy and perforator mapping.

International journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery·2019
Same author

Health-related quality of life: a retrospective study on local vs. microvascular reconstruction in patients with oral cancer.

BMC oral health·2019
Same author

Correction to: Induced surface proteins of Staphylococcus epidermidis adhering to titanium implant substrata.

Clinical oral investigations·2019
Same journal

Predicting occlusal force distribution from intraoral scans using deep learning: a pilot study.

Clinical oral investigations·2026
Same journal

Effect of a cannabidiol-based mouthwash on dental enamel properties and biofilm control: an In situ study.

Clinical oral investigations·2026
Same journal

Relationship between C-shaped root canal configuration in mandibular second molars and radix entomolaris in mandibular first molars: a CBCT-based study in a Western Chinese population.

Clinical oral investigations·2026
Same journal

Increased TET3 expression associates with proinflammatory cytokines and reduced 5-hydroxymethylcytosine in periapical lesions.

Clinical oral investigations·2026
Same journal

Safer and faster: evaluation of a dental implant checklist.

Clinical oral investigations·2026
Same journal

Correction to: Caries prevention in permanent teeth - basic recommendations of the German S 3 guideline.

Clinical oral investigations·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 13, 2026

Endoscopic Approach for Colloid Cyst Resection
02:30

Endoscopic Approach for Colloid Cyst Resection

Published on: May 23, 2025

Globulomaxillary cysts--do they really exist?

U Dammer1, O Driemel, W Mohren

  • 1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauss-Allee 11, 93053, Regensburg, Germany, ulf.dammer@uk-erlangen.de.

Clinical Oral Investigations
|March 5, 2013
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

The globulomaxillary cyst is not a distinct entity. This study reclassifies these jaw lesions into specific diagnoses like periodontal or radicular cysts, improving diagnostic accuracy.

More Related Videos

Generation and Quantitative Characterization of Functional and Polarized Biliary Epithelial Cysts
09:55

Generation and Quantitative Characterization of Functional and Polarized Biliary Epithelial Cysts

Published on: May 16, 2020

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 13, 2026

Endoscopic Approach for Colloid Cyst Resection
02:30

Endoscopic Approach for Colloid Cyst Resection

Published on: May 23, 2025

Generation and Quantitative Characterization of Functional and Polarized Biliary Epithelial Cysts
09:55

Generation and Quantitative Characterization of Functional and Polarized Biliary Epithelial Cysts

Published on: May 16, 2020

Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
  • Odontogenic and Non-Odontogenic Cysts
  • Jaw Pathology

Background:

  • The "globulomaxillary cyst" was historically described as a fissural cyst.
  • Cystic lesions in this anatomical region persist in clinical practice.
  • This necessitates re-evaluating the classification of these lesions.

Observation:

  • A retrospective analysis of 17 cases diagnosed as globulomaxillary cysts was performed.
  • Cases were evaluated based on clinical, radiological, and histological data.
  • The study aimed to reassign these lesions to current pathological entities.

Findings:

  • The analyzed lesions were reclassified into: 7 lateral periodontal cysts, 4 radicular cysts, 2 keratocystic odontogenic tumors, 1 adenomatoid odontogenic tumor, 1 periapical granuloma, 1 residual cyst, and 1 undefined jaw cyst.
  • The entity "globulomaxillary cyst" was not supported by the histological findings.
  • The results align with international literature suggesting this entity is not distinct.

Implications:

  • The term "globulomaxillary cyst" should be abandoned in favor of precise diagnoses.
  • Accurate pathological classification is crucial for appropriate clinical and therapeutic management.
  • This reclassification aids in understanding the true nature of cystic lesions in the anterior maxilla.