title: Malignant ameloblastoma of the maxilla.
abstract: This case illustrates a rare occurrence of an ameloblastoma arising in the maxilla and metastasizing to the neck and lungs within a three-year period following the initial resection. A discussion of the pathology is presented and the necessity for aggressive initial therapy with close follow-up is emphasized.
mesh_terms: D000564:Ameloblastoma / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008175:Lung Neoplasms; D008207:Lymphatic Metastasis; D008297:Male; D008441:Maxillary Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D009362:Neoplasm Metastasis; D009364:Neoplasm Recurrence, Local; D010027:Osteotomy