Keratocystic Odontogenic Tumor Involving Coronoid Process and Condyle

Abstract

Keratocystic odontogenic tumor (KCOT) is a peculiar entity affecting the jaw bones. It is a benign intraosseous neoplasm of jaws that shows a very high recurrence rate. It is locally aggressive and is lined by keratinized stratified squamous epithelium. The most important feature that separates KCOTs and other odontogenic cysts and tumors is the presence of microcysts also called as daughter cysts. Daughter cysts are the main source of recurrence, and they complicate the treatment plan to a great extent. KCOT is commonly seen in the posterior mandible and ramus area and rarely the condyle. In this paper, we present the case of a 25 year old female patient with KCOT involving the condyle and coronoid process along with relevant review of literature. This patient was subjected to marsupialisation, and is followed up once in 3 months.