IP Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Allied Science
Official Publication of Khyati Education And Research Foundation
Official Publication of Khyati Education And Research Foundation
Print ISSN: 2582-4147
Online ISSN: 2582-421X
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Volume : 4, Issue : 4, Year : 2021
Article Page : 158-161
https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijoas.2021.033
Abstract
Introduction: Aneurysmal bone cyst (ABC) is rare benign tumour of bone of head and neck region. This is a case report of a 30-year-old male with a rapidly progressing right maxillary swelling.
Objective: To study clinical profile and histopathological findings of presenting maxillary swelling.
Materials and Methods: Patient underwent total excision of tumour via gingivolabial approach. Specimen was sent for histopathological examination.
Results: The histopathologic examination suggested it be a giant cell tumour, most likely an Aneurysmal bone cyst.
Conclusion: ABC is characterised by rapid growth pattern. The tumour may cause thinning of bony walls, eventually leading to bony expansion and facial asymmetry. On histopathology, it presents as a variety of giant cell tumour.
Keywords: Aneurysmal bone cyst, Maxillary swelling, Sublabial incision, Benign tumour of maxillary, Giant cell tumour
How to cite : Shah N, Aneurysmal bone cyst of maxilla- A rare case report. J Otorhinolaryngol Allied Sci 2021;4(4):158-161
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