Peripheral cemento-ossifying fibroma - A rare case report.

Area of Science:

• Oral pathology
• Oncology
• Dental surgery

Background:

• Peripheral cemento-ossifying fibroma (PCOF) is an uncommon benign oral neoplasm.
• PCOF is classified as a fibro-osseous lesion with uncertain etiology.
• It commonly affects young adults, particularly in their first two decades of life.

Observation:

• A case of a 15-year-old female patient with a history of two prior surgical excisions for PCOF is presented.
• The patient experienced recurrence of the PCOF after both previous surgical interventions.
• The total disease duration was 2 years, with a 1-year follow-up period.

Findings:

• The report discusses the clinical presentation, radiographic imaging, and histological characteristics of the recurrent PCOF.
• Recurrence after surgical management is a notable feature in this case.
• The study emphasizes the importance of thorough evaluation and management strategies.

Implications:

• Understanding the clinical and histological features of PCOF is crucial for accurate diagnosis.
• Recurrence highlights the need for comprehensive surgical techniques and potentially adjuvant therapies.
• This case contributes to the literature on managing recurrent PCOF in adolescents, informing treatment recommendations.