What is epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma? Epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma (EMC) is a type of salivary gland cancer. The tumour is described as a biphasic salivary gland neoplasm because it is made up of two populations of cells: ductal (luminal) cells and myoepithelial (abluminal) cells. Where is epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma found in the body? The most common location for epithelial-myoepithelial …
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What is an oncocytoma of the salivary glands? Oncocytoma is a non-cancerous type of salivary gland tumour. The most common location for this tumour is the parotid gland although it can be found in any of the major or minor salivary glands located throughout the head and neck. Is oncocytoma of the salivary glands a …
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What is basal cell adenoma of the salivary glands? Basal cell adenoma (BCA) is a non-cancerous type of salivary gland tumour. The most common location for this tumour is the parotid gland although it can be found in any of the major or minor salivary glands located throughout the head and neck. Is basal cell …
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What is acinic cell carcinoma? Acinic cell carcinoma is a type of salivary gland cancer. This tumour is most commonly found in the parotid gland; however, it can be found in any of the major or minor salivary glands that are located throughout the head and neck. A similar tumour can also be found in …
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What is a Warthin tumour? A Warthin tumour is a non-cancerous type of salivary gland tumour. Most Warthin tumours are found in the parotid gland. What causes a Warthin tumour? Warthin tumours are strongly associated with a history of cigarette smoking. For patients without a history of smoking, the cause remains unclear. What are the …
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What is a pleomorphic adenoma? Pleomorphic adenoma (PA) is a non-cancerous salivary gland tumour and the most common type of salivary gland tumour in adults. Pleomorphic adenomas are slow-growing tumours although they can reach a large size without treatment. Another name for this type of tumour is benign mixed tumour. Where in the body are …
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What is mucoepidermoid carcinoma? Mucoepidermoid carcinoma (MEC) is a type of salivary gland cancer. The most common location for mucoepidermoid carcinoma is the parotid gland, however, any of the major or minor salivary glands can be affected. Although rare, this type of tumour can also be found in other organs such as the lungs and …
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