National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) Practice Exam

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The radiographic appearance of CGCG is similar to?

Hyperparathyroidism
Osteosarcoma
Fibrous dysplasia
Cherubism

The correct answer is: Hyperparathyroidism

CGCG, or central giant cell granuloma, is a benign, non-cancerous tumor that can appear in the jaw bones. It is typically found in young adults and has a similar radiographic appearance to hyperparathyroidism. This is due to both conditions causing bone resorption and expansion. Options B and D can be ruled out as they are both forms of bone cancer and would have a different appearance on a radiograph. Option C, fibrous dysplasia, can also be ruled out as it typically presents with a mixed radiolucent and radiopaque appearance, whereas CGCG is typically radiolucent or has a honeycomb appearance.