ArticleHead and neck pathology2021
Gingival Swelling as the Initial Manifestation of Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.
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- Otolaryngologic manifestations in granulomatosis with Polyangitis: A systematic review of clinical presentations and renal correlation.European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery · 2026Pooled it
- Oral granulomatosis with polyangiitis a systematic review.Clinical and experimental dental research · 2023Pooled it
- Refractory Gingival Enlargement: A Critical Oral Clue to Early-Stage Granulomatosis With Polyangiitis-A Case Report and Literature Review.Case reports in dentistry · 2026Article
- Oral and Maxillo-Facial Manifestations of Systemic Diseases: An Overview.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2021Review
- Subglottic stenosis in granulomatosis with polyangiitis: clinical, histopathological and therapeutic considerations with presentation of two cases.Romanian journal of morphology and embryology = Revue roumaine de morphologie et embryologieArticle
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Abstract
We describe a case of granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA; formerly named Wegener granulomatosis) that presented initially as florid areas of gingival swelling. The patient also had upper respiratory symptoms that included sinus congestion and cough of recent onset. Clinical-pathologic correlation aided the interpretation of non-specific biopsy findings and immediate referral to an appropriate medical specialist. Treatment was rendered at an early stage of disease with a good response to date. Review of the literature indicates that gingival swelling, often with the characteristic appearance of "strawberry gingivitis" may represent the initial sign of disease in 2% of patients with GPA. Biopsy of gingival lesions often shows a non-specific histologic appearance that should be interpreted in the context of the clinical appearance and pertinent medical history. The clinical investigations that lead to definitive diagnosis and treatment are presented to facilitate the management of this uncommon but potentially fatal condition.
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