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DA01.2 category

Granulomas o lesiones granulomatoides de la mucosa bucal

Definition

These are formed in response to certain micro-organisms in specific infections (ex. in tuberculosis, leprosy, syphilis), against foreign particles (ex. retained sutures), or as part of the immune response (ex. Crohn's disease or sarcoid). Granulomas associated with tuberculosis are characterized by central necrosis. [No translation available]

Inclusions

  • granuloma por prótesis dental

4 subordinate codes

Nearby in Trastornos de la mucosa bucal