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[Aneurysmal bone cyst of the mandible]
Laryngo- Rhino- Otologie
|May 1, 1996
Summary
Aneurysmal bone cysts (ABCs) are benign jaw lesions. Complete surgical excision is recommended to prevent recurrence, as simple curettage has a high failure rate.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Pediatric Bone Pathology
Background:
- Aneurysmal bone cysts (ABCs) are benign, vascular bone lesions characterized by blood-filled spaces.
- ABCs predominantly affect children and adolescents, with rare occurrences in the jaw.
Observation:
- A case report details a 9-year-old girl with an aneurysmal bone cyst in the mandibular condyle.
- The patient presented with preauricular swelling, indicating the cyst's location.
Findings:
- Complete surgical excision of the affected condyle was performed to ensure radical removal.
- Fifty-seven cases of mandibular ABCs have been documented, highlighting their rarity.
Implications:
- Simple curettage of ABCs is linked to high recurrence rates due to the lesion's vascularity.
- Complete surgical excision is advocated as the optimal treatment strategy for mandibular aneurysmal bone cysts.