Abstract
The peripheral giant cell granuloma (PGCG) also known as peripheral giant cell reparative granuloma (PGCRG) is a benign inflammatory lesion of the oral cavity, orginating from periodontal ligament and periosteum. Its exact etiology is unknown; the most common factors cited are trauma and local irritation. We report a case of 35 year-old female patient with a poor oral hygiene, presenting with a swelling in the tuberosity region of maxilla. The size of the swelling was approximately 30 x 18 mm. An excisional biopsy was done under GA. Histopathological examination of the specimen confirmed the diagnosis of peripheral giant cell reparative granuloma. Post-operative recovery was uneventful. This article presents the diagnosis and treatment of this massive PGCG arising from this uncommon site.
Keywords: Peripheral giant cell granuloma, trauma, local irritation, exophytic growth, ovarian hormone excision, recurrence.
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Corresponding Author
Narendra Babu BK
Indian Army Dental Corps
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DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v5i10.43
