Abstract

BOTRIOMYCOMA - CASE REPORT OF A TONGUE LESION

Dr. Parameswari Tamatam Ediga, *Dr. Jagadish Reddy Gooty, Dr. Juliet Josephin, Dr. Suryakanth Malgikar

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Abstract

Rationale: Benign vascular neoplasms are frequently encountered clinical conditions in primary dental care settings. Pyogenic granuloma or Botriomycoma is one of the most common benign vascular lesions in young and middle-aged individuals. Although the physio pathological mechanism for the development of this condition is still not well understood, it has been commonly associated with several triggers such as treatment with retinoids, biological agents, invasive cutaneous therapies and trauma. Patient concerns: Literature reports rare presentations in other sites oral cavity, including the lips, tongue, palate, and oral mucosa. Present case of a middle-aged women with an appearance pedunculated growth in dorsum of tongue without any history of triggers or risk factors. Aesthetically unappealing lesion from the patient's perspective. Diagnosis Excision of the lesion was done, and histopathological report confirmed the diagnosis. Interventions The objective of this manuscript the possible mechanisms involved in the development of this uncommon presentation to remove exophytic growth preventive strategies implemented. Outcomes: Complete healing of lesion blended with adjacent mucosa. Lessons: Thus, regular follow-up helps in early detection of recurrence to summarize the current literature related to this clinical scenario.

Keywords: Dental Care, Granuloma, Mouth Mucosa, Tongue, Vascular Neoplasms.