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Which lesion involves expansile bony jaw mass in a patient with hyperparathyroidism?

  1. Palatal torus
  2. Drug-induced gingival enlargement
  3. Brown tumor
  4. Pleomorphic adenoma
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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.

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