A large juvenile xanthogranuloma within the tongue.
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چکیده
J uvenile xanthogranuloma (JXG) is a benign, selflimiting disorder that typically involves the cutaneous regions of the head and neck. Infrequently, the oral cavity is involved, which presents unique diagnostic and treatment considerations. We present the first descriptive case report of a large, entirely submucosal JXG of the tongue. Withdrawal from review was granted by the Institutional Review Board of the University of Washington.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
دوره 150 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2014