Variables related to recurrence of pleomorphic adenomas: outcome of parotid surgery in 182 cases.

Objective: We present our experience in parotid surgery for pleomorphic adenomas; analyzing a prospectively recorded database of parotidectomy; aiming to identify independent variables related to adenoma recurrence.

Study Design: Prospective case series.

Methods: Data of 182 patients; 164 new tumors and 18 revision parotidectomies were analyzed.