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Metastatic Intestinal Adenocarcinoma: A Rare Case Involving the Mandible

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Metastatic intestinal adenocarcinoma involving the mandible is rare, posing diagnostic challenges because of its unusual presentation. CASE PRESENTATION: A 55-year-old male presented with a rapidly growing mass in the right mandible, accompanied by facial asymmetry and vestibular obliteration. Histopathological examinations revealed features consistent with adenocarcinoma. Immunohistochemical analysis supported the diagnosis of intestinal adenocarcinoma, with subsequent metastasis confirmed by PET scan findings. DIAGNOSIS: The lesion was conclusively diagnosed as intestinal adenocarcinoma metastasizing to the mandible. MANAGEMENT: The patient pursued treatment at a government facility, leading to a loss of follow-up.

Source: Head and Neck Pathology

DOI: 10.1007/s12105-024-01697-4

Authors: Baishakhi Modak, Chetana Chandrashekar, Adarsh Kudva, Raghu Radhakrishnan

Institutions: Manipal Academy of Higher Education, University of Sheffield

Language: English

Topic: Metastasis and carcinoma case studies

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,690