Polymorphous low-grade adenocarcinoma of the parotid gland.

J Cancer Res Ther

Department of Surgical Oncology, Cancer Institute, WIA, 36 Sardar Patel Road, Adyar, Chennai 600 020, India.

Published: September 2011

Polymorphous low-grade adenocarcinoma (PLGA) has been recently recognized as a distinct entity with a known predilection for minor salivary glands. We present an unusual case of recurrent PLGA arising within the right parotid gland in a 25-year-old lady. The striking histological picture is diverse architecture combined with benign cytological features. Even in the light of multiple recurrences, our tumor displayed a relatively indolent course which is commonly associated with this adenocarcinoma sub-type. Thus, unusual occurrence demonstrates that this tumor should also be considered in differentials of tumors of the major salivary glands. Long-term follow-up is essential to ensure local control.

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