A rare case of dentinogenic ghost cell tumor with concomitant odontoma

Abstract

Key Clinical Message A case of dentinogenic ghost cell tumor occurring simultaneously with a clinically diagnosed odontoma. The occurrence of epithelial and mesenchymal tumors at the same site is very rare, but should be kept in mind during pathological diagnosis. Abstract Dentinogenic ghost cell tumor (DGCT) is a rare and benign odontogenic tumor composed of ghost cells, calcified tissue, and dentin. We present an extremely rare case of a 32‐year‐old female who was clinically diagnosed with an odontoma presenting with a painless swelling in her maxilla. Radiographic examination showed a well‐defined radiolucent lesion with tooth‐like calcified areas. The tumor was resected under general anesthesia. No recurrence was noted at the 12‐month follow‐up. Histopathological examination of the surgically resected tumor yielded a diagnosis of DGCT with odontoma.

Keywords

• dentinogenic ghost cell tumor
• odontogenic tumor
• odontoma