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This research aims to highlight a rare presentation of fibrous dysplasia that mimics a cyst.

April 8, 2026CureusOpen Access

Cyst-Resembling Fibrous Dysplasia of the Mandible: A Case Report

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Case report uncovers fibrous dysplasia misidentified as a cyst in a young woman, suggesting diagnostic awareness is crucial.

This research aims to highlight a rare presentation of fibrous dysplasia that mimics a cyst.
Detailed examination of a lesion suspected to be a cyst in the mandible
Incisional biopsy to obtain tissue for diagnosis
Radiographic analysis to assess the lesion's characteristics
Diagnosis confirmed the lesion was fibrous dysplasia rather than a cyst
Unnecessary endodontic treatment was avoided
Highlighted the need for systemic screening for McCune-Albright syndrome in FD cases

Juyeon Cho (2026) studied this question.

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April 8, 2026CureusOpen Access

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Case report uncovers fibrous dysplasia misidentified as a cyst in a young woman, suggesting diagnostic awareness is crucial.

This research aims to highlight a rare presentation of fibrous dysplasia that mimics a cyst.
Detailed examination of a lesion suspected to be a cyst in the mandible
Incisional biopsy to obtain tissue for diagnosis
Radiographic analysis to assess the lesion's characteristics
Diagnosis confirmed the lesion was fibrous dysplasia rather than a cyst
Unnecessary endodontic treatment was avoided
Highlighted the need for systemic screening for McCune-Albright syndrome in FD cases

Juyeon Cho (2026) studied this question.

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