Article type :
Case Report
Author :
Praveen Kumar Gonuguntla Kamma, Neelima Cheru Kumalli, Venkateswarlu Kadiviti, Sujitha Patil
Volume :
13
Issue :
1
Abstract :
The central giant cell granuloma (CGCG) is a benign lesion accounting for approximately 7% of all benign tumors of the jaws. And has a recurrence rate of 13% to 49%. The etiology may be inflammatory response, hemorrhage or may be due to trauma. CGCG categorized into Aggressive and Non-Aggressive lesions based on biologic behavior. The CGCG usually occurs in younger age group. Females are more affected than males. And more common in Mandibular tooth bearing region. The presence of CGCG in the mandibular body ramus and condylar region creates a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge for Oral & Maxillofacial surgeons. The purpose of this case report is to present an unusual case of aggressive CGCG involving body, angle and part of ramus of mandible on right side treated by Resection with continuity defect and reconstruction with reconstruction plate.
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