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ArticleHead and neck pathology2025

Ameloblastic Fibro-Odontoma with an FGFR1 Mutation: A Case Report.

Oumaima Aouam, Nard G Janssen, Wendy W J de Leng, Gerben E Breimer

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Oumaima AouamDepartment of Pathology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, 3584 CX, The Netherlands.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0000-3182-0405
Nard G JanssenDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Pediatric Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-0623-4559
Wendy W J de LengDepartment of Pathology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, 3584 CX, The Netherlands.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-2911-6018
Gerben E BreimerDepartment of Pathology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, 3584 CX, The Netherlands. g.e.breimer-2@umcutrecht.nl.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-0365-3667

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Abstract

purposeAmeloblastic fibro-odontoma (AFO) is a rare benign mixed odontogenic tumor that, after being classified for years as a distinct entity, was redefined as a "developing odontoma" in the 2017 World Health Organization classification. This article presents a unique case of an AFO with an FGFR1 mutation.

methodsWe present a case of an 8-year-old child with a slowly progressive swelling in the lower left mandible. Next-generation sequencing (TSO500 panel) was performed.

resultsPanoramic radiography revealed an odontogenic tumor; therefore, a transoral enucleation was performed. Pathological microscopic examination confirmed the diagnosis of AFO, and next-generation sequencing detected an FGFR1 mutation.

conclusionThe presence of an FGFR1 mutation in an AFO may suggest a closer biological relationship between ameloblastic fibroma and AFO, potentially distinguishing it from odontomas. Further research, including genetic studies, is needed to enhance our understanding and refine the classification of these tumors.

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Mandibular NeoplasmsOdontomaReceptor, Fibroblast Growth Factor, Type 1ChildHumansMutationFGFR1 protein, humanReceptor, Fibroblast Growth Factor, Type 1Ameloblastic fibro-odontomaDeveloping odontomaFGFR mutationMolecular pathologyOdontogenic tumors

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PMCPMC11799477

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