| Autor: |
Kapoor, Charu, Ohri, Neera, Vaidya, Sharad |
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Saudi Journal for Health Sciences; Jan2015, Vol. 4 Issue 2, p65-70, 6p |
| Abstrakt: |
Adenoid cystic carcinoma (AdCC) is a rare malignant tumour that affects 20/the major and minor salivary glands, the lacrimal glands, ceruminous glands and occasionally the excretory glands of the female genital tract. In all, 30-40% of these carcinomas occur as head and neck tumours. Approximately 50% to 70% of the reported cases occur in minor salivary glands. Current treatment recommendations for AdCC include complete surgical resection and post-operative radiation therapy. Tumour recurrence rates vary in the literature but reportedly can be as high as 42%. Although the prognosis is poor, the course of disease is often indolent and patients with AdCC survive for many years. The aim of the present case reported here, is to focus on the importance of detailed investigations, therapeutics and prognostic aspects. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
| Databáze: |
Complementary Index |
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