Concept information
Preferred term
periapical cyst
Definition(s)
- The periapical cyst is the most common odontogenic cyst. Periapical is defined as "the tissues surrounding the apex of the root of a tooth" and a cyst is "a pathological cavity lined by epithelium, having fluid or gaseous content that is not created by the accumulation of pus." Most frequently located in the maxillary anterior region, it is caused by pulpal necrosis secondary to dental caries or trauma. (Wikipedia)
Broader concept(s)
In other languages
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French
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kystes périapicaux
URI
http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/VH8-GF363CST-D
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