Odontogenic Tumors

Chondrosarcoma of maxilla

“…In mandible, the lesion may arise from the coronoid or condyloid process, from mental symphysis or from remnants of Meckel's cartilage. [ 5 6 ] Whereas, some believe that CHS can arise de novo from osseous tissues without the presence of cartilaginous rests. [ 7 ] Some authors believe that mandible is more common a site for CHS than maxilla.…”

“…[ 7 ] Some authors believe that mandible is more common a site for CHS than maxilla. [ 6 ] While Terezhelmy[ 5 ] suggested that the tumor is found in equal frequency in both arches and Huvos has reported maxillary predilection. [ 8 ]…”

“…The radiological pattern of CHSs is variable. [ 6 ] It includes single or multiple radiolucent areas. These lytic changes are prominent in more advanced cases.…”

“…Cortical destruction occurs late in the course of disease and periosteal bone formation is often limited. [ 6 ] Some authors have reported a uniform widening of periodontal membrane space. In late stage disease, the primary lesion may penetrate the cortical plate and extend into adjacent soft tissues, resulting in a fuzzy soft tissue, peripheral shadow radiologically.…”