Mandibular Melanotic Prognoma: About A Case

Abstract

Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor is a rare tumor, usually occurring in children under one year of age. The tumor is generally benign, locally aggressive and fast-growing. Mandibular localization is rare. Prognosis depends on complete surgical intervention, and remains favorable. Malignant transformation may occur, but remains exceptional. Long-term monitoring is recommended. In the light of an observation of melanotic progonoma in a 4-month-old infant at mandibular level.