Brown tumor of the maxillary sinus in a patient with primary hyperparathyroidism: a case report

Brown tumor of the maxillary sinus in a patient with primary hyperparathyroidism: a case report

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Brown tumors are rare focal giant-cell lesions that arise as a direct result of the effect of parathyroid hormone on bone tissue in some patients with hyperparathyroidism. Brown tumors can affect the mandible, maxilla, clavicle, ri...

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Main Authors: Proimos Efklidis, Chimona Theognosia S, Tamiolakis Dimetrio, Tzanakakis Michalis G, Papadakis Chariton E
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-07-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.jmedicalcasereports.com/content/3/1/7495

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