Intraoral extranodal Hodgkin's disease

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Maxillofacial Surgery
• Radiation Oncology

Background:

• Extranodal Hodgkin's disease is rare.
• The maxillary alveolus is an unusual site for this malignancy.

Observation:

• A patient presented with extranodal Hodgkin's disease localized to the maxillary alveolus.
• Diagnosis was established through a multidisciplinary team approach.

Findings:

• Staging procedures confirmed localized disease.
• Treatment comprised surgical excision and cobalt teletherapy.
• Three-year follow-up showed no evidence of disease recurrence or new lesions.

Implications:

• This case highlights the possibility of extranodal Hodgkin's disease in the maxillary alveolus.
• A combined surgical and radiotherapy approach can be effective for localized disease.
• Multidisciplinary care is crucial for managing rare oncological presentations.