Giant cell tumors of the maxilla in children.
Three types of giant cell lesions occur in the facial skeleton; namely, giant cell reparative granuloma, Brown tumor of hyperparathyroidism, and true giant cell tumor -- osteoclastoma preferably called giant cell neoplasm. An appraisal of the clinical course biochemical laboratory data, radiographic appearance, and histological features are all necessary to distinguish between these varieties. Differentiation is a prerequisite to treatment because the management differs in each lesion. Three case reports illustrate these features. The important considerations of facial growth following surgery to the facial skeleton of a child are discussed. Long-term observation is imperative.
D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005870:Giant Cell Tumors / Q000473:pathology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008437:Maxilla / Q000473:pathology; D008441:Maxillary Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology*