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VOLUME 9 , ISSUE 6 ( September, 2008 ) > List of Articles

RESEARCH ARTICLE

Squamous Cell Carcinoma Arising in a Residual Cyst: A Case Report

Mehtap Muğlali, Ayse Pinar Sumer

Citation Information : Muğlali M, Sumer AP. Squamous Cell Carcinoma Arising in a Residual Cyst: A Case Report. J Contemp Dent Pract 2008; 9 (6):115-121.

DOI: 10.5005/jcdp-9-6-115

License: CC BY-NC 3.0

Published Online: 01-07-2010

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2008; The Author(s).


Abstract

Aim

The purpose of this report is to present a case of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) arising from a mandibular residual cyst.

Background

Although rare, SCC may arise in the epithelial lining of odontogenic cysts. The diagnosis of the development of carcinoma from the cyst lining can only be established by histopatologic examination.

Report

A case of SCC arising from a mandibular residual cyst in a 55-year-old man is presented along with a discussion of the critical elements needed for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Summary

The development of SCC from residual cysts is rare but should always be considered in the differential diagnosis. This case report clearly demonstrates the importance of clinician awareness of the malignant potential of apparently innocuous cystic lesions. It also underscores the importance of a careful histological examination and the necessity of obtaining biopsy materials from various areas to prevent a misdiagnosis of large-sized cysts.

Citation

Muglali M, Sumer AP. Squamous Cell Carcinoma Arising in a Residual Cyst: A Case Report. J Contemp Dent Pract 2008 September; (9)6:115-121.


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