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Summary
Squamous-cell carcinoma in dental cysts is rare. External beam megavoltage radiotherapy effectively controlled local tumors in two cases, suggesting it as a viable alternative to surgery with minimal long-term side effects.
Area of Science:
- Oral pathology
- Oncology
- Radiation oncology
Background:
- Squamous-cell carcinoma (SCC) rarely arises within dental cysts.
- Limited data exists on radiotherapy (RT) for this condition.
- Surgical resection is the traditional treatment approach.