Eosinophilic granuloma of the oral region: a potential diagnostic problem.
Eosinophilic granuloma is a condition which may initially present with oral symptoms. Its variable oral clinical manifestations can result in a potential diagnostic problem for the dental surgeon. Two cases are presented which illustrate the difficulties in making a definitive diagnosis. The importance of a biopsy in diagnosis and the use of a whole-body skeletal scan in formulating a treatment plan are highlighted.
Cronin
A J
AJ
Department of Oral Medicine and Oral Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Sydney, Surry Hills, New South Wales.
Stevenson
A R
AR
Austin
B W
BW
D000328:Adult; D001845:Bone Cysts / Q000175:diagnosis; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004803:Eosinophilic Granuloma / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008336:Mandibular Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D008875:Middle Aged