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Solitary submandibular soft tissue osteochondroma: A rare case report
Abdulrahman Z Nakshabandi1, Ahamd F Alomar2, Moayad Baazeem3
1Division of Oral Medicine, Dept of Oral Medicine and Oral Diagnostic Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, P.O. Box 14511, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
|June 21, 2021
Summary
Soft tissue osteochondromas are rare tumors of bone and cartilage in soft tissues. This case highlights a maxillofacial presentation, emphasizing prompt diagnosis and surgical excision for effective management.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Pathology
- Oncology
Background:
- Soft tissue osteochondromas are rare benign tumors composed of bone and cartilage.
- These tumors arise in mesenchymal tissues without connection to adjacent bone or periosteum.
- Occurrence in the maxillofacial region is exceptionally rare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a rare case of soft tissue osteochondroma in the maxillofacial region.
- To discuss diagnostic and management strategies for this condition.
Main Methods:
- A case report of a 47-year-old male with an 11-year history of a growing submandibular mass.
- Diagnostic evaluation included clinical examination, radiography, and histopathological analysis.
- Treatment involved surgical excision of the tumor.
Main Results:
- A radiopaque soft tissue mass was identified, originating from the anteroinferior border of the mandible without periosteal connection.
- Histopathological examination confirmed a diagnosis of soft tissue osteochondroma.
- The patient underwent successful surgical excision.
Conclusions:
- Soft tissue osteochondromas should be considered in the differential diagnosis of hard tissue lesions in the maxillofacial region.
- Clinical awareness is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
- No recurrence or malignant transformation has been reported for this lesion.
