Abstract

BOUGUILA, J.; CORDOVA JARA, L.; ZAIRI, I.  and  ADOUANI, A.. Mandibular pathologic fracture associated with radicular cyst: Report of three clinical cases. Rev Esp Cirug Oral y Maxilofac [online]. 2008, vol.30, n.4, pp.281-285. ISSN 2173-9161.

Introduction. Radicular cyst is the most common cyst of the oral cavity. It may range in size from a small periapical lesion to one that can obliterate the antral space or cause mandibular fracture. Case reports. We report three cases of radicular cyst complicated by mandibular fracture that occurred after maxillofacial trauma. The diagnosis was strongly suggested by panoramic radiography and confirmed by pathology examination of the operative specimen. Treatment consisted in cyst enucleation followed by immobilization of fragments by osteosynthesis or maxillomandibular fixation. The clinical and radiologic outcome was favorable. Discussion. The particularities and treatment are discussed. Conclusion. Treatment success is dependent on adequate therapy, the principles of which are removing the lesion and providing stable fixation.

Keywords : Radicular cyst; Pathologic fracture; Mandible.

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