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. 2009 Sep;8(3):298-300.
doi: 10.1007/s12663-009-0073-0. Epub 2009 Nov 21.

Angioleiomyoma of cheek: report of two cases

R Keerthi  1 , Madan Nanjappa, Shakti Singh Deora, S V Kumaraswamy
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Angioleiomyoma of cheek: report of two cases

R Keerthi et al. J Maxillofac Oral Surg. 2009 Sep.

Abstract

Leiomyomas are benign tumors derived from smooth muscle that most commonly arise in the uterus, followed by the gastrointestinal tract and subcutaneous tissues. Deep presentations are typically asymptomatic unless they achieve substantial size, whereas subcutaneous presentations may be associated with considerable local tenderness and pain, in addition to alteration of the overlying skin color. The highest incidence occurs between 40 and 49 years of age in the orofacial region, the angiomyoma is the predominant subtype, representing nearly 75% of all reported cases [1]. Oral leiomyomas are considered uncommon neoplasms, accounting for about 0.065% [2]. Despite the rather characteristic histopathologic features of the leiomyoma, a definitive diagnosis often depends on the confirmation of smooth muscle origin by immunohistochemical studies. We report two cases of angioleiomyoma of cheek with their clinical presentation histopathological features and surgical techniques employed. No recurrence has been seen as of yet in both of our cases.

Keywords: Angioleiomyoma; Leiomyosarcoma; Oral cavity.

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