Abstract
Lymphomas represent the third most common group of malignant lesions found in the oral and maxillofacial region, after squamous cell carcinoma (SCCa) and salivary gland neoplasms. One subset of lymphomas, Posttransplantation Lymphoproliferative Disorder (PTLD), is becoming more prevalent as the number of organ recipients increases. It is thought that his occurs as a result of the interaction between EBV and the state of chronic immunosuppression. The most common clinical presentation is localized swelling, with or without ulceration. The nonspecific nature of this disease process makes differentiation from other malignant or benign processes difficult. As it is a true malignancy commonly misdiagnosed as a benign lesion, PTLD necessitates early recognition and biopsy by a knowledgeable OMS in order to procure a diagnosis and improve outcomes.
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