Odontogenic Keratocysts in Gorlin-Goltz Syndrome: A Case Report

J Int Oral Health. 2015;7(Suppl 1):76-9.

Abstract

Gorlin-Goltz syndrome is an autosomal dominant inherited condition comprising the principle triad of basal cell carcinomas, multiple jaw keratocysts, and skeletal anomalies. The presence of jaw cysts are the early diagnostic feature of this syndrome, and this can be incidentally identified by routine radiographs. A patient presented with signs and symptoms of Gorlin-Goltz syndrome to us in her early stages.

Keywords: Carnoy’s solution; enucleation; falx cerebri; keratocystic odontogenic tumor.

Publication types

  • Case Reports