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Case Reports
. 2010 Sep;4(3):208-9.
doi: 10.1007/s12105-010-0179-1. Epub 2010 Apr 20.

Solitary bone cyst

Brenda L Nelson  1
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Case Reports

Solitary bone cyst

Brenda L Nelson. Head Neck Pathol. 2010 Sep.

Abstract

A classic solitary bone cyst is discussed. Radiology and histology is reviewed.

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Figures

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Fig. 1
A panographic radiograph shows a radiolucent lesion apical to the left mandibular molars. Note the scalloping superior aspect
Fig. 2
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Photomicrograph of the typically scant specimen submitted from a solitary bone cyst. Fragments of fibrovascular connective tissue, calcified material and red blood cells are noted
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