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Which of the following is an indication of enucleation?

A
Treatment of odontogenic keratocyst
B
Recurrence of cystic lesions of any cyst type
C
Large cyst to avoid pathological fracture of jaw
D
Both 1 and 2
High-Yield Explanation
Enucleation → Recommended treatment of choice. → Enucleation allows for the cystic cavity to be covered by a mucoperiosteal flap and the space fills with blood clot, which will eventually organize and form normal bone. Indications: → For the treatment of odontogenic keratocysts. → Recurrence of cystic lesions of any cyst type. Advantages: → Primary closure of the wound. → Healing is rapid. → Postoperative care reduced. → Thorough examination of entire cystic lining can be done. Disadvantages: → Adjacent vital structure can be damaged. → Necrosis of the pulp. → Mandible will become weak, due to larger cyst removal, making it prone to jaw fracture. → Unerupted teeth in dentigerous cyst will be removed, with lesion in young persons.

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