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Peripheral Giant Cell Granuloma of the Posterior Mandible Mimicking Malignancy: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Peripheral giant cell granuloma (PGCG) is a benign, reactive lesion of the soft tissue that arises exclusively from the gingiva or alveolar mucosa, usually secondary to local irritation or trauma. Although it is most commonly found in the anterior region, its occurrence in the posterior mandible is uncommon. We present a case involving a 48-year-old male with a gradually enlarging swelling in the right posterior mandible. Clinical, radiographic, and histopathological evaluations confirmed the diagnosis of PGCG. The lesion was surgically excised under general anesthesia, with satisfactory healing and no recurrence observed at an eight-month follow-up.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.97794

Authors: Kajal Bhindora, Rajshekhar Halli, Manjula Hebbale

Institution: Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University)

Language: English

Topic: Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

Subfield: Oral Surgery

Field: Dentistry

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4416731492