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Aneurysmal bone cyst of the mandible
Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
|August 1, 1987
Summary
A rare aneurysmal bone cyst in the mandible of a 48-year-old male was successfully treated surgically after radiation therapy failed. Long-term follow-up showed no recurrence of this rare jaw cyst.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Pathology
- Radiology
Background:
- Aneurysmal bone cysts (ABCs) are rare, benign, expansile bone lesions.
- Mandibular ABCs are uncommon, presenting diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
Observation:
- A 48-year-old male presented with a slowly growing right mandibular mass.
- Initial biopsy confirmed an aneurysmal bone cyst.
- Radiographic changes showed evolving early and late stages of the lesion over 9 months.
Findings:
- Radiation therapy was ineffective in halting the progression of the mandibular ABC.
- Surgical intervention via an external approach led to successful treatment.
- A 17-year follow-up revealed no evidence of recurrence.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering surgical management for refractory mandibular ABCs.
- The study demonstrates the potential for significant radiographic changes in ABCs over time.
- Long-term surgical success is achievable for aneurysmal bone cysts of the mandible.