Gorlin-Goltz syndrome: A non typical presentation

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Daniel Moyano M.
Luis Gondos G.
Eduardo Peirano O.
Jaime Bermeo S.
Eduardo Sáez C.

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Gorlin-Goltz, odontogenic queratocyst

Abstract

The Gorlin - Goltz syndrome carcinoma or basal cell nevus syndrome is an autoso- mal dominant disorder characterized mainly by multiple baso cellular carcinoma, quera- tocysts and developmental defects. The odontogenic queratocyst is one of the most constant injuries of this syndrome and localization in the maxillary sinus, usually presenting asymptomatic and as a finding in radiological exams, however, may present atypically , giving symptoms related to compression neighboring structures either eye or facial region. In addition it should be performed genetic evaluation and study of the whole family. The surgical treatment performed by experienced team in this anatomical area, should be the least aggressive considering the high rate of local recurrence

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