Chondrosarcoma of the maxilla. Case report.
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چکیده
Chondrosarcoma is a rare malignant neoplasm of the jaws. The diagnosis of this lesion is mainly based on the histopathological appearance. A case of chondrosarcoma of the maxilla is reported. The origin of this rare tumor in the maxilla, a bone with exclusive membranous ossification, is discussed.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Australian dental journal
دوره 43 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1998