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KMID : 0356820150310020049
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Korean Journal of Head & Neck Oncology
2015 Volume.31 No. 2 p.49 ~ p.53
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A Case of Ameloblastoma in the Infratemporal Fossa
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Kim Kang-Hyeon
Lee Sang-Min
Paik So-Ya
Park Young-Min
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Abstract
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Ameloblastoma is the most common benign odontogenic tumor, with approximately 80% arising in the mandible and the remainder in the maxilla. However, the infratemporal fossa is a rare site in which ameloblastomas occur. Although malignant transformations or metastasizing processes are extremely rare, tumor recurrence is common, if the tumor is not completely resected. Because reoperation could deteriorate quality of life in the patients and increase surgical morbidity, radical surgery is often recommended to minimize recurrence rates. In this report, we presented our experience of resection of ameloblastoma in the left infratemporal fossa with sufficient safe margin through a lower cheek flap approach and marginal mandibulectomy.
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KEYWORD
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Ameloblastoma, Infratemporal fossa
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