APDN OF THE ORAL CAVITY, OROPHARYNX, HYPOPHARYNX 1.2 (AB) Flashcards
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What are malformations of the intermandibular fusion zone?
More rare than cleft lips and palate. Include dermoid masses of the tongue. oral floor. and mandible. superficial median neck clefts. and clefts of the lower lip. mandible. and tongue.
What imaging modality is used to evaluate dermoid cysts of the floor of the mouth?
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging).
In MRI, what does a more intense signal in T2-weighted images represent?
In T2-weighted MRI images, a more intense (brighter) signal usually indicates increased water content, such as in edema, inflammation, cysts, or some tumors.
What causes transverse facial cleft?
Failure of fusion of the maxillary and mandibular processes or failure of the buccal membrane to regress.
What is another name for transverse facial cleft?
Macrostomia or cleft cheek.
What are typical features of transverse facial cleft?
Bilateral extension of the oral fissure. facial dysplasia. auricular dystopia.
What fictional character is an example of someone with a transverse facial cleft?
The Joker.
What is the most common cause of inflammation of the lips and oral cavity?
Viral infections.
What virus most commonly causes herpetic gingivostomatitis?
Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1).
How is HSV-1 transmitted?
Contact. droplet infection. or superficial skin injuries.
What percent of adults are seropositive for HSV-1?
85-90%.
What triggers reactivation of HSV?
Immunosuppression. malnutrition. diabetes. HIV. stress. UV light.
What are the symptoms of primary HSV infection?
Fever. lethargy. oral ulcers (herpetic gingivostomatitis). regional lymphadenitis.
What is herpetic rhinitis?
Involvement of nasal mucosa in HSV infection.
What is a severe form of HSV seen in immunocompromised children?
Pospischill-Feyrter aphthoid.
Where does HSV reactivation usually occur?
Perioral region. mucocutaneous junction of lips.
What is the preferred diagnostic method for HSV?
Tzanck smear showing multinucleated giant cells.
What is a complication of HSV involving secondary infection?
Herpes impetiginatus.
What is postherpetic erythema multiforme?
HSV complication with skin and mucous membrane lesions.
What is a dreaded complication of primary HSV in children?
Herpetic meningoencephalitis.
How is HSV treated?
Topical antiseptics and acyclovir for 5–10 days.
What virus causes chickenpox and zoster?
Varicella-zoster virus (VZV).
What causes zoster?
Reactivation of VZV due to lowered immunity.
What are symptoms of chickenpox?
Vesicular rash on trunk and head.