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Ameloblastoma
Definition 1
The most common odontogenic tumor, arising from the epithelial component of the embryonic tooth and usually affecting the molar-ramus region of the mandible or maxilla. Although most ameloblastomas are morphologically and clinically benign, they may cause extensive local destruction, recur, or metastasize. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
A odontogenic neoplasm arising from the epithelial component of the embryonic tooth of undetermined malignancy status. (NCI Thesaurus/CDISC)
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