Keratinizing pleomorphic adenoma: A rare variant in an unusual location.

Pleomorphic adenoma is the most common benign salivary gland tumour characterized by great histologic diversity. The presence of extensive squamous metaplasia and numerous keratin pearls is mostly uncommon in the microscopic study and can signify a potential pitfall in the histopathological diagnosis Pleomorphic adenoma can show the presence of squamous metaplasia with keratin pearls as a rare finding and is encountered most often in the parotid gland (84%) and 6% in the minor salivary gland. Here we present a case report of a rare histopathological variant of pleomorphic adenoma with exuberant squamous metaplasia and keratin pearl formation of the minor salivary gland in an unusual location.

Efficacy of Tranexamic Acid in Reducing Blood Loss during Maxillofacial Trauma Surgery-A Pilot Study.

Purpose: Tranexamic acid (TXA) is prescribed for short term management of haemorrhage. It is also administered prophylatically in surgeries where blood loss is anticipated. Tranexamic mouth washes are also used in oral surgical procedures for patients with coagulopathies.