Ghost Cell Odontogenic Carcinoma: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Nakhla, Morcos N; Richards, Phillip Q; Miller, Jessa E; Afework, David; Manzoor, Daniel; Lin, Yi-Ling; Aghaloo, Tara; Blackwell, Keith E et al. · Laryngoscope · 2023

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Abstract

Ghost cell odontogenic carcinoma (GCOC) is an exceptionally rare malignant odontogenic neoplasm with a significant potential for aggressive growth. Although the literature on this tumor is limited, its high recurrence rates suggest that early and multimodal intervention may be beneficial. This study reports a case of GCOC of the mandible that was successfully treated with surgical resection, reconstruction, and radiation. A comprehensive literature review was performed, and the relevant genomic and histopathological characteristics of this malignancy were determined. Laryngoscope, 133:830-833, 2023.

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