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Pediatric Education and Research 14(1):p 27-29, January 2026. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/per.2320.0022.14126.5
Case Report
Congenital Granular Cell Epulis Presenting as a Rapidly Growing Maxillary Mass in a Neonate
Sandip Kumar Rahul, Pallavi Suman, Nirmal Kumar
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Pediatric Education and Research 14(1):p 27-29, January 2026. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/per.2320.0022.14126.5
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Pallavi Suman, Nirmal Kumar, Sandip Kumar Rahul. Congenital Granular Cell Epulis Presenting as a Rapidly Growing Maxillary Mass in a Neonate. Pediatr. Edu. Res. 2026;14(1): 27-29.Timeline
Received : January 22, 2026
Accepted : February 26, 2026
Published : June 26, 2026
Abstract
Congenital granular cell epulis (CGCE) is a rare benign tumor of the newborn arising from the alveolar ridge and occasionally causing feeding or airway difficulties. We report a case of a 19-day-old neonate who presented with a rapidly enlarging swelling arising from the upper jaw. Complete surgical excision was performed. Histopathological examination revealed characteristic granular cells, and immunohistochemistry showed positivity for CD68 and S-100 protein, confirming the diagnosis of CGCE. Although the management of CGCE is simple and the lesion is benign, it can cause severe feeding difficulties and anesthetic concerns during airway management. The case highlights diagnostic features, surgical management, and anesthetic challenges associated with neonatal oral tumors.
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Pallavi Suman, Nirmal Kumar, Sandip Kumar Rahul. Congenital Granular Cell Epulis Presenting as a Rapidly Growing Maxillary Mass in a Neonate. Pediatr. Edu. Res. 2026;14(1): 27-29.
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/per.2320.0022.14126.5
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