An interesting case-report of ex-ameloblastic carcinoma

Abstract

Ameloblastoma (AM) is considered one of the most common lesions of odontogenic origin. Although it is always considered as benign neoplasm, ameloblastic carcinoma (AC) represents its malignant counterpart. It is characterized by the expansion of jaws, rapid growth, and a perforated cortex with well-defined unilocular/multilocular radiolucent lesions. To confirm the diagnosis of AM and AC is extremely crucial. Immunohistochemistry such as SOX2 and Ki67 plays a significant role in the confirmation of diagnosis. Management of these cases is from surgical excision with radical neck dissection. The prognosis is poor with only 5 years of survival. This review presents an interesting case of ex-AC, in which the patient was diagnosed at the same site with peripheral AM 1 year ago.