Audrey Chew

Title : Langerhans cell histiocytosis in a 12 year old – a case presentation

Abstract:

This presentation will aim to document Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) in a 12-year-old patient.
This 12-year-old girl was referred to our department with pain and swelling in the right mandible region extending into the right forearm. In this presentation, I will aim to discuss the sequence of the patient journey including the referral process, initial presentation, radiological and pathological investigations, and lastly, the treatment provided. I will also discuss, in broad terms, the epidemiology, types, typical presentations, and prognosis of Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis.

Audience Takes Away Notes:

• Understand that Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis is a rare disorder
• Understand the epidemiology and prevalence of Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis
• Identify dental abnormalities and refer patients to appropriate secondary care in a timely manner
• Identify Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis as a differential diagnosis of mandibular radiolucencies
• Classify types of Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis and understand what treatments are available and the survival rates

Biography:

Chew studied Bachelor of Dental Surgery at Queens University, Belfast in Northern Ireland, and graduated in 2017. She then worked as a general dental practitioner in several places including Manchester, Halifax, and Bradford in the United Kingdom. After several years in practice, she started her core training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Pinderfields Hospital and is currently working within the Paediatric department at Charles Clifford Dental Hospital.