Giant Cell Fibroma: A Case Report with Immunohistochemical Markers

Abstract

Giant cell fibroma may mimic fibroma of the gingiva, but have distinctive histopathological difference. Immunohistochemical markers are required to diagnose GCF. It may occur at any age but most often in the third decade of life. It may be often asymptomatic but may not be esthetic if present in the anterior region of the jaw. Surgical excision should be performed, and the prognosis is good. However long term follow-up is required to check for any recurrence. The most common gingival enlargements like fibroma and granuloma may be mistaken for GCF. We present a case report with histopathological markers used to diagnose GCF.

Keywords

• giant cell
• fibroma
• gingiva
• vimentin