5 Questions
Which cyst shows a 3:1 male predisposition?
Nasopalatine duct cyst
In which age range are median palatine cysts most commonly visible?
Fourth and seventh decades
What is the typical clinical presentation of these cysts?
Asymptomatic palatal midline edema
Which cyst might appear as midline radiolucency on radiographs?
Median mandibular cyst
What is the age median for these cysts?
42.5 years
Study Notes
Median Palatine Cysts
- Median palatine cysts show a 3:1 male predisposition.
- They are most commonly visible in the 5-15 year age range.
- The typical clinical presentation of these cysts is asymptomatic.
- They can appear as a midline radiolucency on radiographs.
- The median age for these cysts is 10 years old.
Test your knowledge of cysts found in the oral cavity with this quiz. Identify different types such as nasopalatine duct cyst, cyst of the palatine papilla, median cyst, and more.
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