GLANDULAR ODONTOGENIC CYST OF THE MAXILLA: A UNIQUE PRESENTATION OF AN UNCOMMON ENTITY

Authors

  • Panda Abikshyeet M.D.S, Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS), Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar-751024, Odisha, India
  • Annaluru Sri Sasank Tejaswee M.D.S, Lecturer, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS), Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
  • Mondal Chitrita M.D.S, Lecturer, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS), Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
  • Mahapatra Niva M.D.S, Lecturer, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS), Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
  • Thangadurai Maheswaran Professor, Adhiparasakthi Dental College and Hospital, Melmaruvathur, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Harikrishnan Prasad Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Microbiology, KSR Institute of Dental Science and Research, Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu, India.

Keywords:

Glandular odontogenic cyst, odontogenic cysts, maxilla, mucoepidermoid carcinoma, case report

Abstract

Glandular odontogenic cyst (GOC) is a rare developmental odontogenic cyst of the jaws that usually presents as a slowgrowing asymptomatic swelling, but it is locally aggressive and shows a tendency for recurrence. Clinico-radiographically, GOC can mimic numerous odontogenic cysts and tumors, making preoperative diagnosis challenging. Radiographically, it commonly appears as a well-defined unilocular or multilocular radiolucency with scalloped margins. Histopathology is characteristic but may still be confusing because the lining shows glandular features with mucin-producing goblet cells, which may suggest salivary gland origin or lead to misdiagnosis as mucoepidermoid carcinoma. However, absence of salivary gland markers and the presence of odontogenic epithelial features support its odontogenic lineage. Presentation in the maxilla is distinctly uncommon. We report a case of GOC with a rare maxillary presentation in a 34-year-old female patient, highlighting the clinical, radiographic, and histopathological diagnostic challenges and the importance of accurate diagnosis for comprehensive treatment planning and reduction of recurrence risk.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 25. Supplementary Issue-2 (2026), Page : S355-S358

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2026-06-29

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GLANDULAR ODONTOGENIC CYST OF THE MAXILLA: A UNIQUE PRESENTATION OF AN UNCOMMON ENTITY. (2026). Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, 25(20), S355-S358. https://banglajol.info/index.php/BJMS/article/view/91278

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Vol: 25. Supplementary issue 2 (2026)

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Case Reports

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Copyright (c) 2026 Panda Abikshyeet, Annaluru Sri Sasank Tejaswee, Mondal Chitrita, Mahapatra Niva, Thangadurai Maheswaran, Harikrishnan Prasad

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GLANDULAR ODONTOGENIC CYST OF THE MAXILLA: A UNIQUE PRESENTATION OF AN UNCOMMON ENTITY. (2026). Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, 25(20), S355-S358. https://banglajol.info/index.php/BJMS/article/view/91278