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Glandular Odontogenic Cyst (GOC) – A review on well known rare entity

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Akilan R,Rohini R
» doi: 10.33472/AFJBS.6.5.2024. 8413-8417

Abstract

The occurrence of a Cyst in jaws and in Maxillofacial region have been studied through variety of literatures amongst which Glandular Odontogenic cyst is considered to have rare incidence comprising of < 0.5% of all odontogenic cysts which has been showcased in a recent review tabulating around 200 cases in English literatures. The nomenclature probably is due to the fact that Glandular odontogenic cysts has its epithelial features resembling salivary glands or glandular differentiation. The notable features of this cyst includes its higher recurrence rate and its histopathological features sharing resemblance with Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma and other odontogenic lesions.

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