An expanded odontogenic myxoma in maxilla.
Odontogenic myxomas are considered to be a benign odontogenic tumor with locally aggressive behavior, non-metastasizing neoplasm of the jaw bones. It derives from the dental mesenchyme or periodontal ligament. Despite the benign nature of these lesions, there is a high rate of local recurrence after curettage alone and in certain cases requires adequate resection. This paper describes a case of a large odontogenic myxoma in the maxilla, emphasizing a discussion on the differential diagnosis related to radiological findings and the surgical treatment.
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais, Av. Raja Gabaglia, 1000/1209-Gutierrez-Belo Horizonte, MG-CEP 30380-090, Brazil. brunochrcanovic@hotmail.com
Bruno Ramos
BR
Chrcanovic
Márcio Bruno Figueiredo
MB
do Amaral
Helenice de Andrade
Hde A
Marigo
Belini
B
Freire-Maia
D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008441:Maxillary Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis*; D008875:Middle Aged; D009808:Odontogenic Tumors / Q000175:diagnosis*; D011862:Radiography, Panoramic; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed