Abstract

The keratocyst odontogenic tumor is a benign intraosseous lesion that requires specials considerations because of its aggressive and recurrent clinical behavior. Patient A.B.O, 22 years old, CT scan image of cone beam showed unilocular hypodense image located in the mandibular posterior region of the left side. After aspiration, biopsy and histopathologic examination, it was confirmed the diagnosis of odontogenic keratocyst tumor. Because of the extent of the injury was chosen marsupialization surgery. Imaging tests were made on a quarterly basis to evaluate the degree of regression of the lesion. After 10 months, the lesion was reduced in size at that time the then enucleation curettage was performed for complete removal of the lesion. The repair took place satisfactorily.

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