Gigantic submandibular pleomorphic adenoma: A rare case report.
Int J Surg Case Rep
; 65: 91-96, 2019.
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ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION:
Pleomorphic adenoma (PA) is the most common benign salivary gland tumor. When neglected on some occasions, its size and weight can enormously augment. CASE PRESENTATION We report a case of a giant submandibular pleomorphic adenoma in a 75 years old female patient which measured 34â¯×â¯26â¯×â¯20â¯cm and weighed 8.1â¯kg.CONCLUSION:
Neglecting such tumors without treatment, can cause severe facial disfigurement and can even hinder the airway.
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