Seeding of a parotid pleomorphic adenoma.
Recurrent pleomorphic adenoma of the parotid usually occurs in the distribution of the primary procedure. There are numerous reports of widespread local recurrence and a few reported cases of distant metastases. Extensive seeding throughout the entire ipsilateral neck is rare. Treatment involves a combination of radical surgery and radiotherapy. The potential for malignant transformation demands close follow-up of younger patients particularly.
Commins
D J
DJ
Department of Head and Neck Surgery, Royal Marsden Hospital, London.
Roberts
D
D
Fisher
C
C
Breach
N M
NM
D008949:Adenoma, Pleomorphic / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009364:Neoplasm Recurrence, Local; D009366:Neoplasm Seeding; D010307:Parotid Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery