Cavernous hemangioma of the mandible
Philippine Journal of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
;
: 32-35, 2009.
Article
in English
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ABSTRACT
Objective:
To report a case of hemangioma arising from the mandible and its clinical presentation; describe the similarities with which mandibular hemangioma may mimic odontogenic and non-odontogenic lesions; and identify diagnostic and treatment modalities employed in these patients.Methods:
Design:
Case ReportSetting:
Tertiary Public Hospital Patient OneResults:
A 12-year-old male with intractable gum bleeding exacerbated by intraoperative manipulation of a loose first premolar and uncontrolled by left external carotid ligation, underwent segmental mandibulectomy. The resected segment revealed multiple porosities and a hollow blood-filled cavity. Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of cavernous hemangioma.Conclusion:
Though rare, mandibular hemangiomas should be considered in lesions involving the mandible. Diagnosis is difficult with an array of lesions that may appear clinically and radiographically similar. The non-specific signs and symptoms of mandibular hemangioma could lead to exsanguinating hemorrhage if not attended to promptly.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Hemangioma
Type of study:
Prognostic study
Language:
English
Journal:
Philippine Journal of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
Year:
2009
Type:
Article
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