A rare anatomical perplexity of submandibular cavernous hemangioma with phleboliths
Abstract This case report presents a unique instance of a submandibular cavernous hemangioma, a rare vascular tumor, accompanied by phleboliths- –calcified masses within blood vessels. The presence of phleboliths, considered an unusual anatomical variation, accentuates the complexity of the condition. A detailed clinical examination, imaging studies, and histopathological analysis were pivotal in confirming the diagnosis. Understanding the interplay of hemangioma and phleboliths in the submandibular region is crucial for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment planning, shedding light on this intricate vascular anomaly, and guiding tailored therapeutic interventions for optimal patient outcomes. The following core competencies are addressed in this article: Medical knowledge, Patient care.
Authors
- CJ Sanjay
- Varusha Sharon Christopher (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2610-0951)
- Namrata Suresh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0998-1306)
- Karthikeya Patil (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7941-2467)
Institutions
- JSS Dental College and Hospital (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Academic Medicine
- Published
- 2024-10-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.4103/ijam.ijam_12_24
- Primary Topic
- Vascular Malformations and Hemangiomas
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00