Choristoma: A rare congenital tumor of the tongue

Most congenital masses of the mouth floor are cystic, irrespective of their origin. They may obstruct airway or digestive tract or may present other complications. Recognizing and treating these masses expeditiously is imperative. Choristoma is a mass of normal tissue in an abnormal location; they a...

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Published in:Annals of maxillofacial surgery 2016-07, Vol.6 (2), p.311-313
Main Authors: Jorquera, Jessica Patricia Correa, Rubio-Palau, Josep, Cazalla, Asteria Albert, Rodríguez-Carunchio, Leonardo
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Care and treatment
Case Report
Case studies
Diagnosis
Genetic disorders
Tongue cancer
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Summary:Most congenital masses of the mouth floor are cystic, irrespective of their origin. They may obstruct airway or digestive tract or may present other complications. Recognizing and treating these masses expeditiously is imperative. Choristoma is a mass of normal tissue in an abnormal location; they are classified according to the predominant epithelial lining. Few cases have been reported lined with gastric and respiratory epithelia within the same cyst. This case report presents a 5-month-old boy with an infected choristoma involving the floor of the mouth and its successful management.
ISSN:2231-0746
2249-3816
DOI:10.4103/2231-0746.200342