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Which of the following should also be in the differential diagnosis?

  1. Periapical granuloma
  2. Periodontal abscess
  3. Lateral periodontal cyst
  4. Nasopalatine duct cyst
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Correct answer: A. Periapical granuloma

A periapical radiolucency from pulpal necrosis can represent a periapical granuloma, cyst, or abscess. Periapical granuloma is the most common entity in the differential of a chronic periapical radiolucency. Periodontal abscess (B) is associated with a deep pocket and vital pulp — not a necrotic pulp.

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