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ArticleCureus2024

Changing Trends of Odontogenic Cysts and Tumors in Kenya: A 20-Year Retrospective Analysis.

Joseph Mutio, Elizabeth Dimba, Krishan Sarna, Khushboo Sonigra, Wambeti Twahir, Kanini Ndui, Ochiba O Lukandu, Walter Odhiambo, Wei Cheong Ngeow

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Joseph MutioDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology, and Oral Medicine, Division of Oral Pathology, University of Nairobi, Nairobi, KEN.
Elizabeth DimbaDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology, and Oral Medicine, Division of Oral Pathology, University of Nairobi, Nairobi, KEN.
Krishan SarnaDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology, and Oral Medicine, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Nairobi, Nairobi, KEN.
Khushboo SonigraDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology, and Oral Medicine, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Nairobi, Nairobi, KEN.
Wambeti TwahirDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology, and Oral Medicine, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Nairobi, Nairobi, KEN.
Kanini NduiDepartment of Oral Pathology, Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi, KEN.
Ochiba O LukanduDepartment of Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology, Moi University, Eldoret, KEN.
Walter OdhiamboDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology, and Oral Medicine, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Nairobi, Nairobi, KEN.
Wei Cheong NgeowDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, MYS.

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Abstract

objectivesThis study endeavors to bridge the long-term diagnostic and management gap through a comprehensive audit of odontogenic cysts and tumors in Kenya, offering crucial insights for both clinicians and policymakers.

methodsPatient records (2001-2020) with odontogenic cysts and tumors were retrospectively abstracted from two major referral hospitals in Nairobi, Kenya, covering demographics, lesion location, and histological diagnosis. IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, Version 29.0 (Released 2023; IBM Corp., Armonk, New York, United States) was used for data analysis which included all descriptive statistics, student t-tests, chi-square tests, and one-way ANOVA.

resultsA total of 1889 cases were analyzed. Males exhibited a significantly higher prevalence of cysts and tumors (p < 0.001). Odontogenic tumors dominated in the age group of 21-30 years, while cysts were prevalent in the age group of 11-20 years. Ameloblastoma was the most prevalent tumor (n=853; 84.1%) while dentigerous cysts were the most common cysts (n = 468; 53.5%), both demonstrating a male predilection. The mean age at presentation and site predilection of each tumor and cyst were also detailed.

conclusionThis study provides crucial insights into odontogenic cysts and tumors in Kenya emphasizing geographic variations, age-specific patterns, and gender disparities for more effective diagnostic and management strategies, especially in resource-limited settings, to improve outcomes and reduce associated morbidity and mortality.

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adenomatoid odontogenic tumordentigerous cyst (dc)odontogenic ameloblastomaodontogenic cysts and tumoursoral and maxillofacial pathology

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PMID39479103
PMCPMC11522382

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