Local capsular dissection of parotid pleomorphic adenomas.
Local capsular dissection as described by HANCOCK11 for the treatment of parotid pleomorphic adenomas is discussed. The results of 71 primary parotid pleomorphic adenomas are described, including a 5.6% recurrence rate. This method has the advantage that less facial nerve weakness and Frey's syndrome are seen than with superficial or complete parotidectomy. The recurrence rate appeared to be somewhat higher than with most other series.
Department of Maxillo-Facial Surgery, Ospedale Bellaria, Bologna, Italy.
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D008949:Adenoma, Pleomorphic / Q000601:surgery*; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D004210:Dissection / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008751:Methylene Blue; D008875:Middle Aged; D009364:Neoplasm Recurrence, Local / Q000601:surgery; D010306:Parotid Gland / Q000601:surgery; D010307:Parotid Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D012421:Rupture
D008751:Methylene Blue