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Verruciform xanthoma occurring within oral lichen planus
Y Miyamoto1, M Nagayama, Y Hayashi
1First Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, Tokushima University, Japan.
Summary
A verruciform xanthoma was found on the tongue of a Japanese woman with lichen planus. Altered epithelial turnover, like repeated shedding, may cause this oral lesion.
Area of Science:
- Oral pathology
- Dermatology
- Histopathology
Background:
- Lichen planus is an inflammatory condition affecting skin and mucous membranes.
- Verruciform xanthoma is a rare oral lesion characterized by xanthoma cells and epithelial hyperplasia.
Observation:
- A case report details a verruciform xanthoma occurring within lichen planus on the lateral tongue.
- The patient was a 68-year-old Japanese woman.
Findings:
- The coexistence of verruciform xanthoma and lichen planus on the tongue is uncommon.
- Histopathological features suggest a link between altered epithelial turnover and verruciform xanthoma development.
Implications:
- This case highlights a potential etiological factor for verruciform xanthoma in the context of lichen planus.
- Understanding the relationship between epithelial changes and xanthoma formation can aid in diagnosis and management of oral lesions.