Granular cell tumour of the tongue: Two clinical cases treated with laser [Tumore a cellule granulari della lingua: due casi clinici trattati con laser]

Objectives: To describe the surgical treatment of two cases of Granular Cell Tumor (GCT), a benign neoplasm, whose origin still remains controversial. When involving the maxillo-facial area, tongue is the most affected organ. Materials and methods: The excision of tumors was performed using a potassium-titanium-phosphate (KTP) laser, also known as doubled frequency neodimium:yttrium-aluminium-garnet (Nd:YAG). Results: In both cases an excellent healing was achieved without relapses. A histological diagnosis was possible in both cases. No incidents or intraoperatory difficulties occurred nor complications in the post-operative period. Conclusions: These lasers can be considered as the gold standard devices in the treatment of this disease when it occurs in oral soft tissues. © 2012 Elsevier Srl. All rights reserved.