Juvenile Oral Squamous Papilloma - A Rare Case Report

Area of Science:

• Oral Pathology
• Dermatology
• Oncology

Background:

• Oral squamous papillomas are common benign epithelial lesions originating from the oral mucosa.
• These lesions are typically associated with human papillomavirus (HPV) types 6 and 11.
• They commonly affect individuals aged 30-50, often appearing on the tongue or soft palate.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report a rare case of juvenile squamous papilloma occurring on the hard palate.
• To highlight the successful treatment of this rare pediatric oral lesion.

Main Methods:

• A case of juvenile oral squamous papilloma was surgically treated.
• The excised lesion was subjected to histopathological examination.
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC) was utilized for further evaluation.

Main Results:

• The study presents a rare instance of oral squamous papilloma in a child.
• Successful treatment was achieved through wide local excision.
• Histopathological and IHC findings indicated a potential for malignant transformation.

Conclusions:

• Oral squamous papilloma is an uncommon diagnosis in pediatric patients.
• Early detection and treatment are crucial.
• The potential for malignant transformation necessitates careful monitoring.