Mucoepidermoid tumor of maxilla: A rare entity

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Case Report

Author Details : Neha Sharma, Deepti Sharma*

Volume : 8, Issue : 2, Year : 2022

Article Page : 95-97

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijmpo.2022.023

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Abstract

Central mucoepidermoid carcinomas are rare neoplasms of the jaw, most commonly presenting in the mandible but in extremely rare cases they may present as a dentigerous cyst of the hard palate. Literature regarding their clinical features and treatment is scanty. In this case report of Mucoepidermoid tumor of the maxilla which presented as a dentigerous cyst, we have discussed the incidence, prevalence, clinical presentation, biological behavior and treatment options of central mucoepidermoid tumor.
 

Keywords: Maxillectomy, Radiation therapy, Dentigerous cyst, Minor salivary gland tumor, Mucoepidermoid carcinoma maxilla

How to cite : Sharma N, Sharma D, Mucoepidermoid tumor of maxilla: A rare entity. IP Int J Med Paediatr Oncol 2022;8(2):95-97

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