Recurrent lobular capillary haemangioma of Gingiva: Case report from a tertiary hospital

Abstract

Objective: Pyogenic granuloma (lobular capillary haemangioma) is a well-known inflammatory vascular hyperplasia that sometimes looks like a tumour. It is usually due to an exaggerated response to persistent irritation or minor trauma. The objective of the study was to report a case of recurrent pyogenic granuloma

Description: An erythematous sessile soft tissue growth on the attached gingiva approximately 3 cm × 3 cm. Nontender but bled profusely on probing. Radiologic findings: No detectable abnormalities in the underlying bone or roots. The lesion was completely excised, and the exposed roots scaled and planed. Histology revealed loosely arranged connective tissue stroma, with moderate chronic inflammatory cell infiltrate, covered by well differentiated stratified squamous epithelium. Recurrence: 13 years later, the patient represented with a similar lesion on the same location. The presenting complaint and findings were similar to those in the first presentation. Plan: For complete excision under local anesthesia

Conclusion: This case of recurrent lobular capillary haemangioma corresponded well with available information about the lesion.