Mucoepidermoid carcinoma - parotid

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis almost certain

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

Selected axial and coronal images demonstrate an enhancing mass in the right parotid gland. 

Case Discussion

The patient went on to have a resection. 

Histology

Right parotid gland, superficial parotidectomy: mucoepidermoid carcinoma - grade 1 (low grade).

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