Unicystic Ameloblastoma with Mural Proliferation
Türkiye Klinikleri Journal of Case Reports, vol.11, no.2, pp.113-117, 2021 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
- Publication Type: Article / Case Report
- Volume: 11 Issue: 2
- Publication Date: 2021
- Doi Number: 10.17659/01.2021.0030
- Journal Name: Türkiye Klinikleri Journal of Case Reports
- Journal Indexes: Index Copernicus, Other Indexes
- Page Numbers: pp.113-117
- Sivas Cumhuriyet University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Background: Unicystic ameloblastoma (UA) is a rare variant of ameloblastoma and
represents about 6% of all ameloblastomas. Radiologically, it is very similar to odontogenic
jaw cysts due to its unilocular radiolucency. Case Report: This report discusses the clinical,
radiological, histopathological and surgical findings of mural unicystic ameloblastoma
occupying the right maxillary sinus on a background of dentigerous cyst associated with
an impacted tooth in a 22-year-old female patient. Conclusion: It is very uncommon to
see this lesion in the maxilla since it usually involves the posterior region of the mandible.
Differentiation of an UA from a dentigerous cyst is radiographically difficult when UA is
associated with an impacted tooth. Among all UA types, UA with mural proliferation has
the highest rate of recurrence. Long-term follow-up for recurrence should be considered
for patients with UA.