An unusual case of a glandular odontogenic cyst.
A case of an adult Nigerian female patient, who was found to have an unusual lesion, namely a glandular odontogenic cyst of the anterior mandible, is described. This lesion was found to be an extensive intra-bony lesion with alveolar expansion and was initially associated with infection and mobile teeth. Treatment for this ranges from curettage to block excision. There is a significant recurrence rate for these lesions and long-term follow-up is advised.


CONCLUSIONS
This case highlights that a high index of suspicion is needed for unusual pathology.
Graham
Richard M
RM
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department, North Manchester General Hospital, Manchester, UK.
Foster
Murray E
ME
D001706:Biopsy; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008336:Mandibular Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D008339:Mandibular Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis; D008875:Middle Aged; D009807:Odontogenic Cysts / Q000175:diagnosis*; D011862:Radiography, Panoramic; D014086:Tooth Mobility / Q000175:diagnosis