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Tumors of Tempromandibular Joint

Tumors of Tempromandibular Joint

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Medical Reference

ISBN10: 6208434912
ISBN13: 9786208434915
Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
Published: Oct 13 2025
Pages: 108
Weight: 0.34
Height: 0.26 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Tumors of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) are extremely rare, and can be either benign or malignant, with most presenting as painless swelling that may cause limited mouth opening;Rarity: Tumors in the TMJ are very uncommon, often mimicking symptoms of TMJ dysfunction making diagnosis challenging.Benign vs. Malignant: While most TMJ tumors are benign, malignant tumors can occur, usually as metastases or extensions from nearby cancers. Common Benign Types: Osteochondroma, chondroma, osteoma, tenosynovial giant cell tumor Symptoms: Facial asymmetry, pain, swelling, limited mouth opening, malocclusion.Treatment: Surgical resection is the primary treatment for both benign and malignant TMJ tumors, with reconstruction often required depending on the tumor size and location.

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