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Oral squamous cell carcinoma in children
Annals of Plastic Surgery
|February 1, 1988
Summary
Pediatric oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma is rare, especially in young children. A 7-year-old diagnosed with maxillary alveolar ridge cancer achieved apparent cure after subtotal maxillectomy, highlighting early surgical intervention
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Oncology
- Oral Surgery
- Pathology
Background:
- Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the oral cavity is exceptionally rare in children.
- Incidence is notably low during the first decade of life, making pediatric cases significant.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of pediatric oral squamous cell carcinoma.
- To discuss the management and outcomes of this aggressive neoplasm in a child.
Main Methods:
- Case presentation of a 7-year-old child with SCC of the maxillary alveolar ridge.
- Surgical intervention involving subtotal maxillectomy.
- Follow-up assessment for 33 months post-surgery.
Main Results:
- The patient underwent subtotal maxillectomy for SCC of the maxillary alveolar ridge.
- Apparent cure was achieved, with a 33-month follow-up period indicating no recurrence.
- The review suggests early and adequate surgical intervention is crucial.
Conclusions:
- Pediatric oral squamous cell carcinoma, though aggressive, can be effectively treated with timely and appropriate surgery.
- Early diagnosis and intervention are key to achieving curative outcomes in young patients.