PubMed ID: 7783008
Author(s): Gardner DG, Dubielzig RR. Feline inductive odontogenic tumor (inductive fibroameloblastoma)–a tumor unique to cats. J Oral Pathol Med. 1995 Apr;24(4):185-90. Review.
Journal: Journal Of Oral Pathology & Medicine : Official Publication Of The International Association Of Oral Pathologists And The American Academy Of Oral Pathology, Volume 24, Issue 4, Apr 1995
The inductive fibroameloblastoma is a rare odontogenic tumor that occurs in young cats of either sex, predominantly in the anterior maxilla. This article critically reviews the previously published examples with emphasis on microscopic features, relationship to ameloblastic fibroma, and biologic behavior; an additional example is described. This tumor differs microscopically from human ameloblastic fibromas in that it is not well-circumscribed but rather originates multifocally within the supporting connective tissue as characteristic, spherical condensations of fibroblastic connective tissue (ectomesenchyme) associated with islands of odontogenic epithelium. Its biologic behavior requires further study but the tumor apparently is unique to cats and is distinct from human ameloblastic fibroma. Consequently, feline inductive odontogenic tumor is suggested as being a more appropriate designation than inductive fibroameloblastoma.