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Isolation, Processing and Analysis of Murine Gingival Cells

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Published on: July 2, 2013

Gingival plasma cell granuloma: a case report.

Dihui Chen¹, Hanqing Zhao¹, Baolong Jia²

¹Dept. of Stomatology, Yan'an Hospital Affiliated to Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650051, China.

Hua Xi Kou Qiang Yi Xue Za Zhi = Huaxi Kouqiang Yixue Zazhi = West China Journal of Stomatology

|April 10, 2024

Summary

Plasma cell granuloma, a rare oral condition, can occur in the gingiva. This case report details its resection and successful follow-up, highlighting the need for accurate diagnosis and monitoring.

Keywords:

diagnose gingival plasma cell granuloma treatment

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Area of Science:

Oral Pathology
Dermatology
Oncology

Background:

Plasma cell granuloma is an uncommon benign reactive lesion.
Oral cavity involvement is exceptionally rare, with the gingiva being an infrequent site.
Distinguishing it from other gingival lesions is clinically challenging.

Purpose of the Study:

To report a rare case of gingival plasma cell granuloma.
To review the existing literature on oral plasma cell granuloma.
To emphasize diagnostic criteria and management strategies.

Main Methods:

Clinical presentation and surgical resection of the gingival lesion.
Histopathological examination for definitive diagnosis.
Post-operative follow-up to assess recurrence.

Main Results:

A case of gingival plasma cell granuloma presented as a bright red, granular lesion.
Surgical excision was performed, and pathological examination confirmed the diagnosis.
No recurrence was observed during a four-month follow-up period.

Conclusions:

Gingival plasma cell granuloma, though rare, requires careful clinical and pathological evaluation.
Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial to differentiate it from potentially malignant conditions.
Close follow-up is recommended to monitor for any signs of recurrence.