When a mucocele is not a mucocele: adenocarcinoma NOS--a case report and review of the literature

Gen Dent. 2007 Jul-Aug;55(4):325-7.

Abstract

Adenocarcinoma not otherwise specified (NOS) is a rare lesion of the salivary glands that can resemble a mucocele. This article presents a case involving a long-standing lesion that was presumed to be a mucocele but was, in fact, a low-grade carcinoma. The subsequent excision is described and follow-up recommendations are made. A review of the literature and characteristics of the lesion also are included.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adenocarcinoma / pathology*
  • Adult
  • Carcinoma, Skin Appendage / diagnosis
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mucocele / diagnosis*
  • Salivary Gland Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Salivary Glands, Minor / pathology*