Canalicular adenoma is a benign (noncancerous) type of salivary gland tumour. It most commonly arises in a minor salivary gland, such as those in the lip and oral cavity (palate, gingiva, floor of mouth). It is a rare tumour, representing about 1% of all salivary gland tumours. What are the symptoms of a canalicular adenoma? …
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Polymorphous adenocarcinoma (previously known as polymorphous low-grade adenocarcinoma) is a type of cancer that arises in the salivary glands. It typically occurs in the minor salivary glands found throughout the mouth and throat. This tumour is most commonly seen in the palate, but it can also occur in other areas such as the lip, buccal mucosa …
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Carcinoma ex pleomorphic adenoma is a type of salivary gland cancer that develops from within a previously benign (noncancerous) tumour called pleomorphic adenoma. In pathology, carcinoma is a general term used to describe a group of malignant (cancerous) tumours made up of epithelial cells, while “ex” means “out of” or “from”. Put together, carcinoma ex …
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Salivary duct carcinoma is a cancer that starts in the salivary glands. The salivary glands are small organs that produce saliva to help chew, swallow, and digest food. This cancer is considered rare and tends to grow more aggressively than other types of salivary gland cancers. Salivary duct carcinoma commonly affects the parotid gland, the …
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