A retrospective evaluation of 23 reported cases of solitary plasmacytoma of the mandible, with an additional case report.
Twenty-four cases of solitary plasmacytoma of the mandible are reported in the literature. The criteria for the selection of cases and for their diagnosis are described. It is a rare condition, with a maximum occurrence in the fifth to seventh decades and a male to female ratio of 2:1. It predominates in the premolar and molar regions. Clinical and radiological features are non-specific. Diagnosis is by biopsy. Treatment of preference is surgery. Irradiation of greater than 5,000 Rads is also recommended. Investigations must be carried out for multiple myeloma. Long-term regular surveillance is advised, for infrequently, multiple myeloma may develop.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000564:Ameloblastoma / Q000473:pathology; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008339:Mandibular Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D010954:Plasmacytoma / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D011379:Prognosis; D011859:Radiography; D012189:Retrospective Studies