Kaneko T, Hino S, Yamada M, Suzuki K, Iijima Y, Horie N. Diverticulum in buccal mucosa: A rare sac-like oral pouch.
Gerodontology 2021;
38:441-444. [PMID:
34137075 DOI:
10.1111/ger.12546]
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE
This article describes a rare case of oral diverticulum.
BACKGROUND
Diverticulum represents a sac-like protrusion of the gastrointestinal tract, commonly arising in the colon wall of elder individuals. Zenker's diverticulum can also occur in the pharyngeal mucosa. However, oral diverticulum appears rare.
MATERIAL AND METHOD
The patient was an 88-year-old man with dementia living in a geriatric facility. A dental hygienist incidentally identified a small pouch containing stagnant food residue in the left buccal mucosa during oral hygiene procedures.
RESULTS
The small pouch with stagnant food residue was identified as a diverticulum.
CONCLUSION
Diverticula may be identified from the stagnation of food residue. Dental specialists who practice oral hygiene should be aware of diverticula as a differential diagnosis.
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