Central hemangioma of the maxilla: variance in clinical and radiographic features

Abstract

Central hemangioma is a rare benign proliferation of blood vessels most often seen in the vertebral column and skull, but rarely in the jaws. It mainly occurs in the second decade of life with a female predilection. The diagnosis of central hemangioma is challenging due to its variable clinical and radiological characteristics and low incidence in the jaws. This article presents two cases of maxillary central hemangioma, analyzing their clinical, radiographic, and histological features and comparing them with existing literature on central hemangioma.

KEY POINTS

• The diagnosis of central hemangioma in the jaws is challenging due to its rarity and variable radiographic characteristics.

• Prompt and accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management, highlighting the need for clinicians to recognize the diverse features of this lesion.

Keywords:

• Hemangioma
• primary intraosseous
• radiography
• vascular malformation

Disclosure statement/Funding

The planners and faculty for this activity have no relevant financial relationships to disclose. The authors report no funding. The patients consented to publication of this case report.