Central giant-cell granuloma of the jaw - a hormonal influence.
A case is reported of the recurrence of a central giant-cell granuloma during pregnancy, six years after removal. It is suggested in view of possible hormonal reactivation, that careful follow-up is necessary for women of child-bearing age presenting with this type of lesion.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D012739:Gonadal Steroid Hormones / Q000502:physiology*; D006101:Granuloma, Giant Cell / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D008336:Mandibular Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications; D012008:Recurrence
D012739:Gonadal Steroid Hormones