Cementoblastoma
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maria Fernanda Villarreal, M.D. [2]
Synonyms and keywords: Synonym 1; Synonym 2; Synonym 3
Overview
'Cementoblastoma (also known as benign cementoblastoma) is a relatively rare benign neoplasm of the cementum of the teeth. Cementoblastoma is derived from ectomesenchyme of odontogenic origin.[1] Less than 0.69%–8% of all odontogenic tumors.
Historical Perspective
- Cementoblastoma was first discovered by Norberg in 1930.
Classification
- According to the World Health Organization, cementoblastoma is classified as a true cemental neoplasm.
Pathophysiology
- The pathogenesis of cementoblastoma is characterized by [feature1], [feature2], and [feature3].
- Cementoblastoma is commonly located in the mandibular molar area.
- There are no genetic mutations associated with the development of cementoblastoma.
- On gross pathology, characteristic findings of cementoblastoma, include:
- Dense homogenous, irregular, and spherical mass.
- Tooth root
- On microscopic histopathological analysis, characteristic findings of cementoblastoma, include:
- Large globules fused to form a mass
- Composed of proliferative fibrovascular stroma
- Trabeculae lined by plump osteoblasts
Causes
- Common causes of cementoblastoma, include:
Differentiating Cementoblastoma from Other Diseases
- Cementoblastoma must be differentiated from other diseases that cause [clinical feature 1], [clinical feature 2], and [clinical feature 3], such as:
- [Differential dx1]
- [Differential dx2]
- [Differential dx3]
Epidemiology and Demographics
- The prevalence of cementoblastoma is approximately [number or range] per 100,000 individuals worldwide.
- In [year], the incidence of cementoblastoma was estimated to be [number or range] cases per 100,000 individuals in [location].
Age
- Patients of all age groups may develop cementoblastoma.
- Cementoblastoma is more commonly observed among patients aged 25 to 30 years old.
- Cementoblastoma is more commonly observed among young and middle aged adults.
Gender
- Cementoblastoma affects men and women equally.
Race
- There is no racial predilection for cementoblastoma.
Risk Factors
- Common risk factors in the development of cementoblastoma are [risk factor 1], [risk factor 2], [risk factor 3], and [risk factor 4].
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
- The majority of patients with cementoblastoma remain asymptomatic for [duration/years].
- Early clinical features include tooth pain, swelling, and
- If left untreated, [#%] of patients with cementoblastoma may progress to develop [manifestation 1], [manifestation 2], and [manifestation 3].
- Common complications of cementoblastoma include [complication 1], [complication 2], and [complication 3].
- Prognosis is generally [excellent/good/poor], and the [1/5/10year mortality/survival rate] of patients with cementoblastoma is approximately [#%].
Diagnosis
Symptoms
- Cementoblastoma is usually asymptomatic.
- Symptoms of cementoblastoma may include the following:
- [symptom 1]
- [symptom 2]
- [symptom 3]
- [symptom 4]
- [symptom 5]
- [symptom 6]
Physical Examination
- Patients with cementoblastoma usually appear [general appearance].
- Physical examination may be remarkable for:
- [finding 1]
- [finding 2]
- [finding 3]
- [finding 4]
- [finding 5]
- [finding 6]
Laboratory Findings
- There are no specific laboratory findings associated with cementoblastoma.
Imaging Findings
- Conventional radiograph is the imaging modality of choice for cementoblastoma.
- On conventional radiograph, characteristic findings of cementoblastoma, include:
- Well defined, markedly radiopaque mass,
- Radiolucent peripheral "line", which overlies and obliterates the tooth root.
- There is usually apparent external resorption of the root where the tumor and the root join.
- Severe hypercementosis may be present
- [Imaging study 2] may demonstrate [finding 1], [finding 2], and [finding 3].
Other Diagnostic Studies
- Cementoblastoma may also be diagnosed using [diagnostic study name].
- Findings on [diagnostic study name] include [finding 1], [finding 2], and [finding 3].
Treatment
Medical Therapy
- There is no treatment for cementoblastoma; the mainstay of therapy is supportive care.
- The mainstay of therapy for cementoblastoma is [medical therapy 1] and [medical therapy 2].
- [Medical therapy 1] acts by [mechanism of action1].
- Response to [medical therapy 1] can be monitored with [test/physical finding/imaging] every [frequency/duration].
Surgery
- Surgery is the mainstay of therapy for cementoblastoma.
- [Surgical procedure] in conjunction with [chemotherapy/radiation] is the most common approach to the treatment of cementoblastoma.
- [Surgical procedure] can only be performed for patients with [disease stage] cementoblastoma.
Prevention
- There are no primary preventive measures available for cementoblastoma.
References
- ↑ Leena S Sankari and K Ramakrishnan, Benign cementoblastoma, Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, 2011 Sep-Dec; 15(3): 358–360 at http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3227271/