Calcifying Epithelial Odontogenic Tumor: A Case Report

Authors

  • Radha Baral Department of Oral Pathology, Kantipur Dental College, Kathmandu, Nepal.
  • Dipshikha Bajracharya Department of Oral Pathology, Kantipur Dental College, Kathmandu, Nepal.
  • Bidhata Ojha Department of Oral Pathology, Kantipur Dental College, Kathmandu, Nepal.
  • Gaurav Karn National Academy of Medical Science, Kathmandu, Nepal.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.4842

Keywords:

amyloid; calcifying epithelial odontogenic tumor; pindborg tumor.

Abstract

Calcifying epithelial odontogenic tumor is a rare benign odontogenic tumor which accounts for approximately 1% of the entire odontogenic tumor. It was firstly described by Pindborg, and thus, is also referred to as the “Pindborg tumorâ€. Histologically, Pindborg tumor consists of three distinct histological compo­nents: sheets of polyhedral epithelial cells, amyloid like deposits, and calcifications. This case report describes a case of Calcifying epithelial odontogenic tumor in 26 years old female patient presented with the swelling in right posterior region of mandible. Taking into account of the aggressive nature of the lesion segmental resection of the mandible followed by reconstruction was planned for treatment. This case report highlights the importance of appropriate clinical, radiographical and histological correlation for the correct diagnosis and treatment of Pindborg tumor. 

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Published

2020-03-30

How to Cite

Baral, R., Bajracharya, D. ., Ojha, B., & Karn, G. (2020). Calcifying Epithelial Odontogenic Tumor: A Case Report. Journal of Nepal Medical Association, 58(223), 174–177. https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.4842