Pindborg tumour of the right mandible

Authors

  • Tanya Lee Weimann Cape Peninsula University of Technology Cape Town, South Africa
  • Aladdin Speelman Cape Peninsula University of Technology Cape Town, South Africa

Keywords:

odontogenic, calcification, surgery, un-erupted tooth

Abstract

The calcifying epithelial odontogenic tumour, or Pindborg tumour, is a rare benign neoplasm arising from epithelial tissue within the mandible or maxilla. Less than 1% of all odontogenic tumours are classified as Pindborg tumours. The aetiology is idiopathic. This case report explores this pathology as diagnosed on the right mandibular region in a female in her late twenties. The aetiology, epidemiology and radiographic appearance of a Pindborg tumour are discussed.

Author Biographies

Tanya Lee Weimann, Cape Peninsula University of Technology Cape Town, South Africa

Third Year Student Radiographer (Diagnostic)

Department of Radiography and Nursing

Faculty of Health and Wellness Sciences

Aladdin Speelman, Cape Peninsula University of Technology Cape Town, South Africa

Senior Lecturer: Radiography Education

Department of Radiography and Nursing

Faculty of Health and Wellness Sciences

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Published

2015-11-23

Issue

Vol. 53 No. 2 (2015)

Section

Case Reports

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