AI Article Synopsis

  • Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is a common treatment for blood cancers and some solid tumors, but chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD) can arise and affect patients' quality of life.
  • A case study involving a 60-year-old woman revealed severe oral issues like dry mouth and extensive dental decay, which occurred seven years after her HSCT.
  • The patient received targeted treatment that successfully resolved her symptoms, emphasizing the need for early diagnosis and ongoing care in managing oral complications associated with cGVHD.

Article Abstract

Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is the standard treatment for hematopoietic malignancies and certain solid tumors; however, graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) remains a significant complication. Chronic GVHD (cGVHD), which occurs more than 100 days post-transplant, can lead to various oral manifestations that necessitate multidisciplinary management to prevent disease progression and enhance the quality of life. We present the case of a 60-year-old woman who developed dry mouth, oral pain, a brown-yellow tongue, and dental caries seven years after receiving HLA-matched unrelated donor HSCT. Examination revealed a brown-yellow hairy tongue, extensive tooth decay, reduced saliva production, and oral leukoplakia with mild epithelial hyperplasia, along with dysfunction of the salivary and lacrimal glands. Following appropriate treatment, the patient's symptoms resolved without recurrence at the six-month follow-up. This case highlights the importance of professional diagnosis, timely interventions, and regular monitoring in managing oral cGVHD to achieve a favorable prognosis.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11512163PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.70233DOI Listing

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