Langerhans cell histiocytosis in an adult.

Abstract

We describe an unusual case of a 31-year-old man who presented with generalised pain in his jaw after referral by his general dental practitioner.

Langerhans histiocytosis was diagnosed and treatment started with azathioprine.

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Autores

• Joanna Rees
• A W Paterson

Fecha de publicación

2009-01-16

Revista

Temas de la revista

• Cirugia Bucal

Idioma

Eng.

Copyright

The British journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery

Department of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, Cumberland infirmary, Carlisle, CA2 7HY, United Kingdom.

Referencia de entrega

Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2009 Jan;47(1):52-3

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