Adenomatoid odontogenic tumor
Adenomatoid odontogenic tumor
Definition
A benign, slow growing neoplasm arising from tooth-forming tissues. The vast majority of cases are intraosseous and most often grow in the maxilla. It is characterized by the presence of odontogenic epithelium which is embedded in a connective tissue stroma. Local excision is curative and recurrences are very rare.
Also known as adenomatoid odontogenic neoplasm — per MONDO
Also identified as
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Calcareous tooth | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Craniocervical region | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Craniocervical region | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |