Nasopalatine Duct Cyst Associated with Non-Vital Teeth: Report of a Rare Case

Srikanth G, Ramya Krishnan, Ujwal Kumar Malladi, Nisha Shetty, Sunitha Carnelio, Anand Deep Shukla*

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Abstract

Nasopalatine duct cyst, which is also known as incisive canal cyst, is the most common developmental cyst of the maxilla. It arises from the proliferation of the remnants of the nasopalatine duct stimulated by trauma or infection. In this article, the authors report a rare case of an extensive nasopalatine duct cyst in a 57-year-old Male associated with non-vital tooth. Clinical examination revealed facial asymmetry associated with swelling that is painful and tender. Correlating clinical and radiological findings, a diagnosis of nasopalatine duct cyst was formed, and the histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of nasopalatine duct cyst. This case highlights the importance of knowing that nasopalatine duct cyst can be associated with non-vital teeth, challenging the assumption that they are exclusively associated with vital teeth.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)2761-2764
Number of pages4
JournalIndian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
Volume76
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 06-2024

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Surgery
  • Otorhinolaryngology

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