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SUBMITTER: Alraei K
PROVIDER: S-EPMC7104310 | biostudies-literature | 2020
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Alraei Kamel K Sharqawi Jameel J Harcher Somaya S Ghita Ibrahim I
Case reports in dentistry 20200318
Recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 (rhBMP-2) is an osteoinductive growth factor used in oral and maxillofacial surgery. It offers a feasible alternative for various regenerative procedures, including reconstruction of mandibular defects. In this study, we report a case of a large Pindborg tumor involving the left mandible. The treatment consisted of surgical resection, followed by off-label use of rhBMP-2 in addition to bone marrow aspirate concentrate, together with an allograft in ...[more]