Pathology of Cysts
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What is the main source of primordial cysts?

  • Both a and b (correct)
  • Odontogenic epithelium
  • Enamel organ
  • Dental lamina

At what age do primordial cysts mostly occur?

  • First to second decades of life
  • Second to fourth decades of life (correct)
  • Fifth to sixth decades of life
  • Seventh to eighth decades of life

What is a characteristic of the cyst contents in a primordial cyst?

  • It contains a cheesy like material (correct)
  • It contains a blood-filled material
  • It contains a clear fluid
  • It contains a thick, white material

Why do infected mandibular cysts result in labial paresthesia or anesthesia?

<p>Due to the pressure of the expanding cyst on the surrounding nerve (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a reason for the high recurrence rate of keratocysts?

<p>Both a and b (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an incorrect treatment for keratocysts?

<p>Marsupialization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism by which a cyst continues to enlarge?

<p>Resorption of the surrounding bone (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of cyst is characterized by a traumatic origin?

<p>Solitary bone cyst (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of odontogenic epithelial cyst?

<p>Thyroglossal duct cyst (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic that distinguishes epithelial cysts from nonepithelial cysts?

<p>The presence of epithelial lining (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cyst is also known as a keratocyst?

<p>Primordial cyst (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the classification of cysts that are not located within bone?

<p>Soft tissue cysts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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