Giant-cell fibroma
Giant-cell fibroma
Giant-cell fibroma (pronunciation: jai-ant-sel fai-bro-ma) is a type of fibroma, a benign tumor that originates from the connective tissue.
Etymology
The term "giant-cell fibroma" is derived from the Latin words "gigas" meaning "giant", "cellula" meaning "small room", and "fibroma" meaning "fibrous tumor".
Definition
Giant-cell fibroma is a localized hyperplasia (overgrowth) of the fibrous connective tissue in the oral cavity. It is characterized by the presence of large, multinucleated fibroblasts, also known as "giant cells".
Clinical Features
Giant-cell fibroma typically presents as a small, painless, firm, and sessile (non-moving) nodule in the oral cavity. It is most commonly found on the gingiva (gums), but can also occur on the tongue, palate, and buccal mucosa (inner cheek).
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of giant-cell fibroma is usually made based on the clinical appearance and confirmed by histopathological examination of a biopsy specimen.
Treatment
Treatment involves surgical excision of the lesion. Recurrence is rare after complete removal.
Related Terms
- Fibroma
- Tumor
- Connective tissue
- Hyperplasia
- Fibroblasts
- Nodule
- Gingiva
- Tongue
- Palate
- Buccal mucosa
- Histopathological
- Biopsy
- Excision
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Giant-cell fibroma
- Wikipedia's article - Giant-cell fibroma
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