Keratocystic odontogenic tumor
Keratocystic odontogenic tumor
Definition
An intraosseous odontogenic neoplasm that usually arises from the mandible. It is characterized by the presence of a single or multiple cysts lined with parakeratinized stratified squamous epithelium. The neoplastic lesions may be solitary or multiple. It has the potential for aggressive behavior, local destruction, and recurrence.
Also known as KTOC, odontogenic Keratocyst, odontogenic keratocystoma — per MONDO