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Volume 7, Issue 7, July – 2022 International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology

ISSN No:-2456-2165

Lobular Capillary Hemangioma: An Extremely Rare


Entity in the Retromolar Region: Case Report
Dr. Jambukeshwar Kumar B., Dr. Shreya H.R., Dr. Srikar M.V., Dr. Vidya K.C., Dr. Akshay Thilak

Abstract:- A benign growth of blood vessels called a the patient was under local anesthetic (1:80,000). Complete
hemangioma appears in both childhood and maturity. hemostasis was attained and bleeding was completely
Early infancy fast endothelial cell growth, followed by stopped by applying pressure with a gauze. Instructions and
involution throughout time, identify them as postoperative care were provided. For a standard
malignancies. Hemangiomas can be classified as either histological study, the removed tissue was sent in a formalin
capillary or cavernous. The capillary shape appears as a bottle (FIGURE 2 AND FIGURE 3). After a week, the
flat region made up of lots of tiny capillaries. Large patient was brought back in, and the biopsy site healing
dilated sinuses filled with blood make up a cavernous went smoothly and satisfactorily.(FIGURE 5B)
hemangioma, which presents as an elevated lesion of Additionally, the patient received recommendations for
vascular plexuses with a deep red color. They primarily surgically extracting 48 and 18 teeth.
affect white people more than people of color, are three
times more common in women than men, affect the II. HISTOPATHOLOGICAL REPORT:
mandible more than the maxilla in a 2:1 ratio, and only
five percent of intramuscular hemangiomas include the revealed discontinuous stratified squamous para-keratinized
masseter muscle. This case of a patient with a lobular epithelium of variable thickness overlying a vascular, fibro
capillary hemangioma is being described to highlight the cellular stroma associated with proteolytic changes, pseudo -
condition's uncommon occurrence and effective therapy. dysplasia and epithelial proliferation. underlying connective
tissue shows lobules of budding capillaries separated by
setae, with focal collections of plasma cells along with
I. INTRODUCTION
Russel bodies. Telangiectatic and congested capillaries are
Patient MANJULA A. S., a 26-year-old woman with a appreciated throughout the connective tissue (feeder vessel)
growth in the right lower back tooth region for 15 days, – final diagnosis of LOBULAR CAPILLARY
came to our department of oral and maxillofacial surgery at HEMANGIOMA. (FIGURES 6)
the Coorg Institute of Dental Sciences in Virajpet with this
complaint. The growth, which progressively grew in size, III. DISCUSSION
was first observed 15 days ago. Additionally, the patient had Hemangiomas, which can be categorized as capillary
a history of bleeding and chewing problems. Patient lacked or cavernous, are benign vascular tumors that are rather
any pertinent medical background. On intraoral frequent. Although capillary hemangiomas are a common
examination, a retromolar of tooth number 48 facing the soft tissue tumor of the head and neck, they are very
lingual side displayed a 1.5x1.5 cm single, pedunculated, uncommon in the oral cavity. A rapid growth phase is
reddish pink swelling with smooth surface and impingement followed by a slow involution in capillary hemangiomas,
of opposing 3rd molar tooth. The lesion's surface seems which are made up of numerous tiny capillaries lined with
ulcerated and white. (FIGURE 5A) endothelial cells and sustained in the connective tissue
All the inspectory results were verified upon palpation. stroma. The common soft tissue tumor of the oral cavity is
The lesion was firm in consistency, quickly bleeds when called pyogenic granuloma. The doctor typically faces
prodded, and was painful. On the digital pressure, clinical confusion and difficulty in diagnosing these two
compressibility and refilling of the lesion were visible. lesions. Hemangiomas are benign tumors that are more
Because the patient had a history of chewing betelnuts, pan common in children (7%) than adults1. Capillary
quid, and slaked lime 2-3 times per day during the previous hemangiomas are exceedingly uncommon intraorally,
six months, the patient had poor oral hygiene and stains. The occurring in 0.5%–1.0% of all other lesions with a female
radiograph (OPG) showed that there were 48 impacted and preference (ratio of 3:1). Nayouki Matsumoto et al.
18 buccal eruptions (FIGURE 4). A preliminary diagnosis of examined 31 capillary hemangioma patients and discovered
pyogenic granuloma was made based on the clinical that the majority of lesions were identified in the buccal
presentation of the lesion. Capillary hemangioma, peripheral mucosa (45.2%), tongue (35.5%), lip (9.7%%), gingiva
giant cell granuloma, and peripheral ossifying fibroma were (6.5%), and palate (3.2 percent).2
among the differential diagnoses. A biopsy was planned for Hemangiomas of the oral soft tissues can range in size
the same as an additional procedure. Oral prophylaxis and from a few millimeters to several centimeters and present as
patient education about maintaining good oral hygiene and painless, soft, smooth or lobulated, sessile or pedunculated
quitting the habit were performed after the patient provided lesions or growths. These lesions typically grow slowly and
informed consent. The results of the preoperative blood tests have a deep red or blue red tint when they first appear.
were all within normal limits. After a week, the patient was These lesions frequently include adjacent teeth and the
treated under aseptic conditions, and the growth and interdental papilla. They are typically painless3.
surrounding tissue were excised using electrocautery while Hemangiomas of the oral mucosa are managed differently

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depending on the patient's age, the size of the lesion, the surgical excision. Hemangiomas often bleed profusely
region of involvement, and the clinical characteristics of the during surgical excision, however in this case, there was
hemangioma. Surgery to remove the lesion, either with or little to no bleeding, suggesting that the hemangioma may
without ligating the vessels and embolization, is the most not be actively proliferating. The treatment had a positive
popular form of treatment for hemangiomas. Other effect on the patient5.
therapeutic approaches, including as steroid therapy,
electrosurgery, laser surgery, cryosurgery, and the use of IV. CONCLUSION
sclerosing agents, have recently also been developed.
Surgery should be performed carefully, keeping in mind the To understand the clinical behavior and potential
potential for intraoperative and postoperative bleeding4. dentoalveolar consequences of the capillary hemangioma,
early diagnosis and biopsy are required. Capillary
The lesion in this instance was less symptomatic and hemangioma is significant due to its associated vascular
unpleasant. To rule out malignant conditions and check for characteristics and consequences, despite the fact that it is a
the presence of any other foreign bodies that needed to be benign tumor of the oral cavity. Additionally, as the tissues
removed in addition to the lesion, radiographs were may bleed heavily both before and after surgery, surgical
indicated. The therapeutic method in this instance was care of hemangiomas should be done with prudence6.

FIGURE – 1A LEFT PROFLE FIGURE – 1B FRONTAL PROFILE FIGURE 1C – RIGHT PROFILE

Fig. 1 - EXTRA ORAL PICTURES

Fig. 2: EXCISIONED GROWTH MEASURING – 1.2*1*0.9 CM

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Fig. 3: SPECIMEN IN FORMALIN BOTTLE

Fig. 4: ORTHOPANTANOGRAM

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FIGURE 5A - PREOPERATIVELY

FIGURE 5B - POSTOPERATIVELY

Fig. 5: INTRA ORAL PICTURES

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FIGURE 6A FIGURE 6 B

Fig. 6: HISTOPATHLOGICAL PICTURES

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