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Malignant neoplasms metastatic to gingivae
G L Ellis1, J L Jensen, I M Reingold
1Veterans Administration Hospital, Long Beach, Calif.
Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
|August 1, 1977
Summary
Malignant neoplasms rarely metastasize to the gingivae. This study reports two new cases of gingival metastasis, highlighting their rarity and poor prognosis in advanced cancer patients.
Area of Science:
- Oral Pathology
- Oncology
Background:
- Malignant neoplasms metastasizing to the gingivae are exceptionally rare.
- Literature review identified only eight previously reported cases.
Observation:
- Two new cases of gingival metastasis are presented.
- Case 1: A 58-year-old male with lung adenocarcinoma metastasized to the maxillary gingiva.
- Case 2: A 27-year-old male with synovial sarcoma metastasized to the maxillary and mandibular gingiva.
Findings:
- Gingival metastatic lesions are often misdiagnosed as benign conditions like hemangioma or pyogenic granuloma.
- Metastasis to the gingiva typically occurs late in the disease course, often with widespread organ involvement.
- The prognosis following gingival metastasis is generally poor, with survival measured in weeks to months.
Implications:
- Increased awareness among clinicians is crucial for timely diagnosis of gingival metastases.
- Early recognition can aid in palliative care and patient management.
- This underscores the importance of thorough oncological workup for unexplained gingival lesions.