Maxillary Glandular Odontogenic Cyst: An Uncommon Entity at an Unusual Site.
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چکیده
The glandular odontogenic cyst (GOC) is a rare developmental cyst that was described in 1988 by Gardner, et al. This lesion demonstrates non-specific clinical course and radiological findings. Hence, often confused with other lesions, but specific histopathlogical features help in establishing its correct diagnosis. This article presents a rare case of a maxillary glandular odontogenic cyst in a 70-year-old female patient.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Archives of Iranian medicine
دوره 19 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2016