Total mandibular reconstruction after resection of rare "honeycomb-like" ameloblastic carcinoma--a case report

Journal of Cranio-maxillo-facial Surgery : Official Publication of the European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery
Jelena V JeremicMilijanka D Novkovic

Abstract

This case report describes a rare and aggressive ameloblastic carcinoma that infiltrated the mandible in a "honeycomb" pattern. A total mandibulectomy with bilateral modified neck dissection was followed by primary reconstruction with a single free vascularised fibula flap. The postoperative course was uneventful. The one year follow-up revealed no signs of recurrent tumour or metastases. Nine months later distant metastases occurred in the lung. Ameloblastic carcinoma is a highly malignant lesion, which requires aggressive therapy. Prognosis is poor. Further reporting of ameloblastic carcinoma is encouraged.

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Dec 12, 2012·Journal of Cranio-maxillo-facial Surgery : Official Publication of the European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery·Dennis RohnerBeat Hammer
Jul 12, 2011·Journal of Cranio-maxillo-facial Surgery : Official Publication of the European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery·Katharina PirklbauerClemens Klug
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