pleomorphic adenoma

A pleomorphic adenoma is a benign (non-cancerous) tumour that typically arises in the salivary glands. It is called “pleomorphic” because it contains a mix of different types of cells, including epithelial and myoepithelial cells. In the skin, these tumours are sometimes called “benign mixed tumours.” Pleomorphic adenomas are the most common type of salivary gland tumour and usually …
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