Spindle Cell Tumor in Oral Cavity: A Rare Case Report
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medicine surgery and Radiology - Year 2018, Vol 3, Issue 4
Abstract
Introduction: Spindle cell neoplasms of oral cavity are rare and aggressive pathological entity having epithelial, mesenchymal and odontogenic components. Being very difficult to diagnose in routine investigations these neoplasms can be diagnosed from immunohistochemistry. Management includes combination of surgery and radiotherapy. Case report: This article aims to report a case of the spindle cell neoplasm of the oral cavity in a 50 year old female with emphasis on histopathology. Conclusion: Appropriate diagnosis is indispensable for formulating correct treatment plan in order to minimize postoperative morbidity and mortality.
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Richa Wadhawan, Nisheeth Saawarn, Swati Saawarn, Dharmendra Sharma
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- DOI 10.21276/ijcmsr.2018.3.4.39
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