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Cherubism.

R Riefkohl, G S Georgiade, N G Georgiade

    Annals of Plastic Surgery
    |January 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Cherubism, a rare hereditary jaw condition, typically resolves after puberty. This case study details a 21-year follow-up, showing the long-term natural course of this fibroosseous lesion.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    • Genetics
    • Pediatric Dentistry

    Background:

    • Cherubism is a rare, autosomal dominant genetic disorder characterized by bilateral, symmetrical, painless enlargement of the jaw.
    • Histologically, it presents as a benign fibroosseous lesion, often mistaken for other jaw pathologies.
    • The condition is typically noted in early childhood and is associated with characteristic facial features.

    Observation:

    • This article presents a comprehensive 21-year follow-up of a patient diagnosed with cherubism.
    • The observation period covers the patient's transition through puberty and into adulthood.
    • Detailed clinical and radiographic assessments were performed throughout the follow-up period.

    Findings:

    • The fibroosseous lesion of cherubism demonstrated spontaneous involution following puberty, consistent with the natural history of the condition.

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  • No significant functional impairments or the need for surgical intervention were noted during the 21-year follow-up.
  • The patient experienced resolution of jaw enlargement without adverse cosmetic or functional sequelae.

    • Implications:

    • Cherubism management should focus on observation and supportive care, avoiding premature surgical intervention.
    • Understanding the natural history of cherubism is crucial for appropriate patient counseling and treatment planning.
    • Long-term follow-up confirms the benign and self-limiting nature of cherubism in most cases.