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A Rare Case of Buccal Mucosa Schwannoma with Atypical Presentation

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT: Schwannomas are benign peripheral nerve sheath tumors, rarely found in the oral cavity. The buccal mucosa is an especially uncommon site, posing diagnostic challenges due to their resemblance to other soft-tissue lesions. We present the case of a 33-year-old male with a slow-growing, purplish-black lesion in the right buccal mucosa. Clinical, radiological, and histopathological evaluations confirmed the diagnosis of schwannoma. Schwannoma, though rare in the buccal mucosa, should be included in the differential diagnosis of intraoral swellings. Histopathology remains essential for definitive diagnosis and treatment planning.

Source: Annals of African Medicine

DOI: 10.4103/aam.aam_264_25

Authors: Jayesh Khadse, Chaitanya Rajendra Mahajan, Devendra S. Yadav

Language: English

Topic: Neurofibromatosis and Schwannoma Cases

Subfield: Neurology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4413817349

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