Congenital epulis.
Journal Article (Journal Article;Review)
Congenital epulis is a rare benign hamartoma of the alveolar ridge found in the newborn. The clinical characteristics of this lesion show some variability, and opinion of its pathogenesis lacks consensus. Congenital epulis can cause feeding or respiratory compromise. A case report and review of the literature is presented. The diagnosis, pathology, and treatment are reviewed.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Olson, JL; Marcus, JR; Zuker, RM
Published Date
- January 2005
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 16 / 1
Start / End Page
- 161 - 164
PubMed ID
- 15699667
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 1049-2275
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1097/00001665-200501000-00033
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States