Seeding of a parotid pleomorphic adenoma

Autor: N. M. Breach, D. J. Commins, Cyril Fisher, D. Roberts
Rok vydání: 1995
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Zdroj: The Journal of laryngology and otology. 109(7)
ISSN: 0022-2151
Popis: 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.
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