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Publications and source records attributed to H W Wampler.
A case of gingival salivary gland choristoma is described. From a clinical standpoint, the lesion appeared as a tumorlike mass of the lingual anterior mandibular gingiva. Microscopic evaluation of the lesion demonstrated the presence of seromucinous salivary gland tissue. This is thought to represent a unique clinicopathologic entity.
Specimens of mandibular condyle from human cadavers were employed for scanning electron microscopic and radiographic observations of the articulating surface and underlying bone. Smooth articular surface supported by smooth bone was most frequently observed. Craters and depressions in the articular surface were associated with resorption of underlying bone. Lateral radiographs proved to be of limited value in detecting defects of this type.
A case of a medially displaced, fractured condyle is presented; closed reduction was the initial treatment. Fifteen years later, radiographs showed a "double condyle"; there were pain and limitation of motion of the mandible. The displaced fragment was removed via an intraoral approach with resulting improvement in function and complete elimination of pain.
Thyroglossal-tract cyst should be included in the differential diagnosis of any mass found in the anterior midline of the neck. A discussion and review of forty-two cases diagnosed between 1970 and 1976 at Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center are presented.
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