Swelling on lower lip…not always a mucocele !!!

Area of Science:

• Oral Pathology
• Neurosurgery
• Oncology

Background:

• Schwannomas are uncommon neural neoplasms arising from Schwann cells.
• Oral schwannomas can present with varied clinical manifestations, mimicking other benign oral lesions.
• Accurate diagnosis often requires histopathological examination post-biopsy.

Observation:

• A case of schwannoma of the lower lip in a 21-year-old female is presented.
• The lesion's clinical presentation simulated common oral pathologies such as fibromas or salivary gland tumors.
• Diagnostic challenges in differentiating oral schwannomas from other lesions are highlighted.

Findings:

• Schwannomas are well-encapsulated, leading to complete excision with no recurrence.
• Surgical resection is confirmed as the definitive treatment for oral schwannomas.
• The histopathological features confirmed the diagnosis of schwannoma.

Implications:

• Early recognition and diagnosis of oral schwannomas are crucial for appropriate management.
• Understanding the differential diagnosis of oral schwannoma is important for clinicians.
• This case contributes to the literature on rare oral neoplasms and their management.