Tumor of nerve sheath origin: a case report
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Dental Sciences - Year 2015, Vol 2, Issue 6
Abstract
Abstract: Schwannoma is the non aggressive well encapsulated benign tumor. It can be arises from any nerve which have Schwann cells. It is common in head and neck region. Most common site is the tongue and buccal mucosa. We are presenting a case report in a 55 year old female in which schwannoma was seen on hard palate with the history of slow growing and painless swelling on the hard palate. Schwannoma recurrence is very rare and surgical excision is the choice of treatment. Keywords: schwannoma, hard palate, nerve sheath.
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Dr Joyce Sequeira, Dr Vijoo Rajkumar
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