Oral Pathology & Microbiology • NEET MDS
Parakeratinized epithelium NOT ortho.
Satellite cysts cause high recurrence.
Gorlin syndrome = multiple OKCs + bifid ribs + calcified falx cerebri.
Daughter cysts in wall.
Basal cell layer is palisaded.
6-8 cell layer thick epithelium.
Corrugated parakeratin surface.
High recurrence after curettage.
Carnoys solution reduces recurrence.
Most aggressive odontogenic cyst.
Use these mnemonics during your revision. The key associations above are designed to help you recall OKC / Keratocystic Odontogenic Tumor concepts instantly during the exam. Focus on the “equals” associations — these are the most commonly tested patterns in NEET MDS.