Salivary Gland Neoplasm

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Introduction

Risk of malignancy inv. proport’nal to size:

• parotid glands (25%)
• submandibular glands (50%)
• minor salivary glands (75%)

Minor salivary glands in many areas: sinonasal passages, lips, palate, larynx, trachea
Commonest parotid neoplasm: pleomorphic adenoma (benign mixed tumour) and Warthin's

 

 

The Case of...

a simple case introducing clincial presentation and calling for a differential diagnosis to get students thinking.

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Causes and Risk Factors

 

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Pathophysiology

 

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Signs and Symptoms

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Investigations

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Differential Diagnosis

 

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Treatments

Treatment for Salivary Cancers: Surgery ± RT depending on margins, grade
Risks for Parotidectomy: ear numbness, facial weakness, contour deformity

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Consequences and Course

 

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Resources and References

 

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