Publications by authors named "Ana Carolina Evangelista Colafemina"
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by defective ion transport in epithelial cells, leading to the development of viscous mucus and glandular duct obstruction. Individuals with CF often present with gingival inflammation, dental enamel defects (DEDs), caries, and reduced salivary flow. This cross-sectional study of 82 patients with CF investigated the population's oral health in relation to systemic CF manifestations.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMultiple ulcers and gingival erythema in a pediatric patient.
Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol
May 2025
Background: Primary oral mucosal melanoma (OMM) represents an extremely rare and aggressive tumor that arises from malignant transformation and clonal expansion of melanocytes in the oral cavity. The prognosis of patients affected by OMM is quite unfavorable, with survival rates lower than those described for patients with cutaneous melanoma.
Case Report: Here, we report a case of OMM in a 59-year-old Caucasian woman, who was referred for evaluation of a large asymptomatic pigmented lesion on the left side of the hard palate under the removable total denture.
Article Synopsis
- Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) often presents at an advanced stage, leading to a low five-year survival rate, but early detection and treatment can significantly improve outcomes.
- The case study of a 74-year-old man with a persistent tongue lesion highlights the importance of timely surgical excision, which can prevent complications and enhance patient outcomes.
- Recognizing and addressing intraoral lesions promptly is crucial to avoid more invasive procedures associated with advanced OSCC.
Background: Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw bones have been frequently reported. However, its occurrence in torus palatinus is very rare with only 10 cases published in the English-language literature.
Case Report: We describe an additional case in a 79-year-old woman, who was referred for evaluation of a painful swelling with areas of suppuration on the hard palate.
Background: Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) of the gingiva represents less than 6% of intraoral carcinomas.
Case Report: A 51-year-old male patient presented with a history of a symptomatic red spot with periods of remission and recurrence in the mandibular gingiva. On clinical examination red and white areas were observed in the gingiva, particularly around the left lower molars.