Benign Parotid Gland Tumor
ICD-10 D11.0 · ICD-11 2E91.0

Treatment of Recurrent Benign Parotid Gland Tumour

Recurrent benign parotid gland tumours present a distinct clinical challenge. When a previously treated benign parotid tumour returns, a structured surgical approach is required to achieve adequate disease control.

Clinical Scenario

Recurrent benign parotid tumour — a benign parotid gland neoplasm that has returned following prior treatment. These cases are typically managed surgically.

Treatment Approach (partial)

Surgical intervention forms the basis of management for recurrent benign parotid tumours. The approach involves removal of tissue in the parotid bed with particular attention to the facial nerve.

Pre-operative planning plays an important role — the full structured regimen, including specific surgical technique details and perioperative considerations, is available via the complete protocol.

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References

DOI: 10.1017/S0022215116000566

Recurrent benign parotid tumours. These will usually be treated surgically.

Careful pre-operative ultrasound marking may be helpful.

A widefield removal of tissue in the parotid bed with preservation of the facial nerve is recommended.

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