Comparison of Tru-Cut Biopsy and Incisional Biopsy in Achieving Prompt Diagnosis of Maxillofacial Pathology.

Tru-cut (core needle) biopsy has many advantages over open biopsy. It is quick and easy to perform, may be carried out in the outpatient department, avoids incision through previously irradiated skin and has few complications. The purpose of this study is to compare the two available biopsy techniques that are Tru-cut biopsy and incisional biopsy in achieving prompt diagnosis of maxillofacial pathology.

Procedures and pitfalls in incisional biopsies of oral squamous cell carcinoma with respect to histopathological diagnosis.

This review has addressed the issues faced by a diagnostic pathologist during routine assessment of haematoxylin and eosin stained incisional biopsies from oral squamous cell carcinoma patients. Herein, the pragmatic means undertaken, has highlighted routinely faced problems & encounters determined at various levels as clinical, laboratory and diagnostic pitfalls, when possible, tips offered towards procedures and guidance. Also, dealt with subtypes of oral squamous cell carcinoma, differential diagnosis, and relevant prognostic indicators that can navigate the surgeon to take quick decisions.

Gingival metastasis of adenocarcinoma with an unknown occult primary.

Metastatic dissemination to the oral cavity is extremely rare and constitutes about 1%-2.1% of all oral malignancies. The very first sign of the metastasis into the oral cavity indicates an occult malignancy in the distant site.

Polymorphous low grade adenocarcinoma.

Polymorphous low-grade adenocarcinoma (PLGA), is a rare, salivary gland intraoral tumor with complexities in diagnosis and this review highlights the difficulties.

Metastatic or metachronous adamantinoma: An Enigma.

Adamantinoma is an uncommon tumour of low grade malignancy in terms of biologic aggressiveness; metastasis occurring many years after amputation. A young male underwent an above knee amputation of left leg for adamantinoma of tibia. He returned with pain and swelling in his right thigh five years later.