Case Report

Mandibular Arteriovenous Malformation: Case Report

Volume: 29 Number: 3 September 30, 2026
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Mandibular Arteriovenous Malformation: Case Report

Abstract

ABSTRACT Background: Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) of the mandible are rare vascular anomalies that can lead to life-threatening hemorrhage during routine dental procedures. The purpose of this case report is to highlight the importance of early recognition, radiographic assessment and multidisciplinary management of mandibular AVMs. Methods: A 13-year-old male patient with a medical history of epilepsy well-controlled with levetiracetam, presented with intraoral soft tissue swelling and spontaneous gingival bleeding localized to the right mandibular molar region. Diagnostic work-up included panoramic radiography, cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) and contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT). Hematologic evaluation, including coagulation factor analysis was performed to exclude systemic bleeding disorders. Results: Imaging revealed a radiolucent lesion with marked cortical thinning and increased vascularity. Following extraction of the mandibular first molar the patient experienced severe postoperative bleeding. Hemostasis was achieved through local compression, topical tranexamic acid application and electrocauterization although bleeding control was challenging. The patient was followed up for 12 months during which serial panoramic radiographs demonstrated satisfactory bone healing without recurrence of bleeding. Conclusions: This case underscores the clinical significance of thorough radiographic assessment and early identification of mandibular AVMs. Timely and meticulous management is essential to prevent potentially fatal hemorrhagic complications in dental practice.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Journal Section

Case Report

Publication Date

September 30, 2026

Submission Date

September 12, 2025

Acceptance Date

January 25, 2026

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 29 Number: 3

APA
Yapıcıoğlu, E., & Bulşu, M. (2026). Mandibular Arteriovenous Malformation: Case Report. Cumhuriyet Dental Journal, 29(3), 561-565. https://doi.org/10.7126/cumudj.1782437
AMA
1.Yapıcıoğlu E, Bulşu M. Mandibular Arteriovenous Malformation: Case Report. Cumhuriyet Dent J. 2026;29(3):561-565. doi:10.7126/cumudj.1782437
Chicago
Yapıcıoğlu, Emre, and Mizgin Bulşu. 2026. “Mandibular Arteriovenous Malformation: Case Report”. Cumhuriyet Dental Journal 29 (3): 561-65. https://doi.org/10.7126/cumudj.1782437.
EndNote
Yapıcıoğlu E, Bulşu M (September 1, 2026) Mandibular Arteriovenous Malformation: Case Report. Cumhuriyet Dental Journal 29 3 561–565.
IEEE
[1]E. Yapıcıoğlu and M. Bulşu, “Mandibular Arteriovenous Malformation: Case Report”, Cumhuriyet Dent J, vol. 29, no. 3, pp. 561–565, Sept. 2026, doi: 10.7126/cumudj.1782437.
ISNAD
Yapıcıoğlu, Emre - Bulşu, Mizgin. “Mandibular Arteriovenous Malformation: Case Report”. Cumhuriyet Dental Journal 29/3 (September 1, 2026): 561-565. https://doi.org/10.7126/cumudj.1782437.
JAMA
1.Yapıcıoğlu E, Bulşu M. Mandibular Arteriovenous Malformation: Case Report. Cumhuriyet Dent J. 2026;29:561–565.
MLA
Yapıcıoğlu, Emre, and Mizgin Bulşu. “Mandibular Arteriovenous Malformation: Case Report”. Cumhuriyet Dental Journal, vol. 29, no. 3, Sept. 2026, pp. 561-5, doi:10.7126/cumudj.1782437.
Vancouver
1.Emre Yapıcıoğlu, Mizgin Bulşu. Mandibular Arteriovenous Malformation: Case Report. Cumhuriyet Dent J. 2026 Sep. 1;29(3):561-5. doi:10.7126/cumudj.1782437

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