Pathology · single question
Which lesion involves expansile bony jaw mass in a patient with hyperparathyroidism?
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Correct answer: C. Brown tumor
Brown tumor results from excessive bone turnover in hyperparathyroidism u2014 PTH overstimulates osteoclasts, creating giant cell-rich expansile masses. On CBCT, hyperparathyroidism shows a 'salt and pepper' appearance. The brown color comes from hemosiderin deposition within the lesion.