Ceratocisto odontogênico: um relato de caso

Abstract

Ceratocystis Odontogenic Tumor is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a benign uni or multicystic, intraosseous tumor of odontogenic origin, with a lining of Para keratinized stratified squamous epithelium and potential aggressive, infiltrative behavior. It may be solitary or multiple. Symptoms are not always observed and the lesion is often discovered as an incidental finding. Radiographic signs are not pathognomonic, but only suggestive of the lesion, which may be similar to other pathologies and the diagnosis must be based on histopathologic features. Furthermore, this paper presents clinical and radiographic features, differential diagnoses and associated pathologies to Odontogenic Ceratocystis Tumor to assist professionals in identifying the correct diagnosis in early stage or in extensive cases with an adequate approach to the situation.