Giant ameloblastoma

Ony, Narindra Rajaonarison Ny; Randriamarolahy, Anja; Randrianjanahary, Onimalala Mercia Elise; Ahmad, Ahmad; Bruneton, J.

doi:10.1016/j.clinimag.2011.06.009

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“…Odukoya et al [ 10 ] and Effiom et al [ 11 ] simply divide the tumor volume or diameter by the symptom duration to arrive at an estimated monthly growth rate, which falsely assumes a linear growth pattern. In fact, evidences show that ameloblastoma initially exhibits slow growth, but later its growth accelerates [ 13 , 14 , 32 ]. Pramulio et al [ 14 ] reports a 10 year-old boy with a 2 month history of right jaw swelling that grows substantially in the few weeks prior to the presentation.…”

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“…Osaki et al [ 13 ] mentions a 30 year-old female with a 7 year history of left mandibular swelling that accelerates to the lower jaw 3 years before presentation. Rajaonarison Ny Ony et al [ 32 ] describes a case of maxillary ameloblastoma in a 23 year-old female growing slowly for 15 years before exhibiting accelerated growth in the 5 weeks preceding to the presentation.…”

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Establishing the Natural History and Growth Rate of Ameloblastoma with Implications for Management: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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BackgroundAmeloblastoma is the second most common odontogenic tumor, known to be slow-growing, persistent, and locally aggressive. Recent data suggests that ameloblastoma is best treated with wide resection and adequate margins. Following primary excision, bony reconstruction is often necessary for a functional and aesthetically satisfactory outcome, making early diagnosis paramount. Despite earlier diagnosis potentially limiting the extent of resection and reconstruction, an understanding of the growth rate and natural history of ameloblastoma has been notably lacking from the literature.MethodA systematic review of the literature was conducted by reviewing relevant articles from PubMed and Web of Science databases. Each article’s level of evidence was formally appraised according to the Centre of Evidence Based Medicine (CEBM), with data from each utilized in a meta-analysis of growth rates for ameloblastoma.ResultsLiterature regarding the natural history of ameloblastoma is limited since the tumor is immediately acted upon at its initial detection, unless the patient voluntarily refuses a surgical intervention. From the limited data, it is derived that the highest estimated growth rate is associated with solid, multicystic type and the lowest rate with peripheral ameloblastomas. After meta-analysis, the calculated mean specific grow rate is 87.84% per year.ConclusionThe growth rate of ameloblastoma has been demonstrated, offering prognostic and management information, particularly in cases where a delay in management is envisaged.

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Establishing the Natural History and Growth Rate of Ameloblastoma with Implications for Management: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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“…Ameloblastoma usually originates from remnants of the dental lamina and odontogenic epithelium in the mandible and maxilla. 1 , 2 Generally, ameloblastoma typically occurs at approximately equal rates in both sexes between 30 and 60 years of age. The peak age at diagnosis is in the fifth decade of life, in the overall population, while the peak incidence in Europe, specifically, is reported in adults in the fifth and sixth decades of life.…”

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“… 3 , 4 These differences are likely attributable to socioeconomic factors in specific countries. 2 – 4 …”

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“…3,4 These differences are likely attributable to socioeconomic factors in specific countries. [2][3][4] The objective of this case report was to highlight a giant destructive ameloblastoma. To the best of our knowledge, no similar cases describing such extensive changes in the facial skeleton and soft tissues have previously been reported in the European population.…”

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A case of giant ameloblastoma: destructive effect on the facial skeleton and soft tissues of the head and neck

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Ameloblastoma is a benign odontogenic tumor characterized by slow growth causing painless facial swelling. The tumor can behave locally aggressively, and may have direct destructive effects on the surrounding soft and hard tissues. This paper reports the unique case of a female patient with giant ameloblastoma of the mandible. Computed tomography (CT) revealed an enormous swelling of the left side of the face, resorption of the affected hemi-mandible, left maxilla, and tissues of the temporal, infratemporal, and pterygopalatine fossae. Pressure from the tumor resulted in displacement and destruction of the facial skeleton, upper aero-digestive tract structures, and some structures of the neck. The patient was treated by radical hemimandibulectomy with removal of the tumorous mass. Precise knowledge of the anatomical structures, and their locations and topographical relationships is required in the diagnosis and treatment plan for each surgical procedure in cases of giant ameloblastoma. CT imaging can be used to determine the extent and exact location of the lesion, revealing other important details that may help in selecting appropriate treatment.

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Giant ameloblastoma

Abstract: Ameloblastoma is the most frequent of the odontogenic tumors. We report a case of a giant ameloblastoma involving the maxillary region and describe its ultrasonography and computed tomography findings.

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Establishing the Natural History and Growth Rate of Ameloblastoma with Implications for Management: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Establishing the Natural History and Growth Rate of Ameloblastoma with Implications for Management: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

A case of giant ameloblastoma: destructive effect on the facial skeleton and soft tissues of the head and neck

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