Unicystic Ameloblastoma in a Pediatric Patient: Case Report
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This article describes the clinical, histological, radiological characteristics, and treatment of unicystic ameloblastoma by presenting a clinical case of an 11-year-old patient, over a period of 2 years of clinical control and follow-up, in which histopathological diagnosis and radiographic control play a crucial role in diagnosis and the choice of an appropriate treatment plan. In this case, the patient underwent marsupialization, and after 4 weeks, enucleation in the mandibular symphysis and parasymphysis, along with odontectomy under general anesthesia. A treatment success rate of 100%without recurrence was achieved, and postoperative follow-up every 6months was recommended.Objective:To describe the characteristics and management of Unicystic Ameloblastoma, as well as the occurrence of the lesion in a pediatric patient.
Institution: University of Cuenca
Language: English
Subfield: Oral Surgery
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W6931052828
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