Calcifying epithelial odontogenic tumor: report of two cases.

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2008-07-30
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Calcifying epithelial odontogenic tumor (CEOT) is a rare, benign odontogenic tumor. It constitutes 0.4-3% of all odontogenic tumors. There is only a single case, which has been reported in the Indian literature that too in cytology. Microscopically, these are composed of large sheets of epithelial cells, amorphous amyloid-like material and calcification. Although these lesions are benign, they can be locally aggressive, but malignant transformation and metastasis is rare. Considering its locally aggressive nature, appropriate management and long-term follow-up is recommended. We describe two cases of CEOT involving the hard palate and leading to facial alterations.
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Mandal S, Varma K, Khurana N, Mandal AK. Calcifying epithelial odontogenic tumor: report of two cases. Indian Journal of Pathology & Microbiology. 2008 Jul-Sep; 51(3): 397-8
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https://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/75200
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Indian Journal of Pathology & Microbiology