Caffey’s Disease: Two Cases Presenting with Unexplained Fever

Unusual findings on infantile cortical hyperostosis: A case report

“…The blowing feature is typical for a benign process and this characteristic could indicate the presence of a cystic or benign neoplastic lesion. The mandibular angle is a common site to Caffey's disease but is an unusual area for odontogenic pathological processes, so this differential diagnosis was not presumed. It is important to note the absence of other signs and symptoms compatible with malignant behavior and the surgical exploration seemed unnecessary.…”

“…Mandible is commonly involved site beyond the long bones, clavicles and ribs, with no predilection by ethnic origin or gender . Some authors describe cases affecting the mandible angle, bilaterally . The fever is are common sign and may be due to high prostaglandin levels or due to excessive metabolic activity in the bones .…”

“…1,13 Some authors describe cases affecting the mandible angle, bilaterally. 7,[14][15][16] The fever is are common sign 4 and may be due to high prostaglandin levels or due to excessive metabolic activity in the bones. 17 The laboratory tests do not help in diagnosis.…”