Primary acinic cell carcinoma of mandible, report of a case and literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction and importance

Acinic cell carcinoma (ACC) is a rare low-grade salivary gland malignancy that accounts for approximately 17% of all salivary gland malignancies. The most common site affected by ACC is the parotid gland followed by the submandibular glands, minor salivary glands, and sublingual glands. Also, it could hardly be observed in unusual sites such as the jaw bones.

Case presentation

This case is an example of a central acinic cell carcinoma in a 73-year-old man who came up with a painless gradual swelling for 15 months. Based on clinico-radio-pathologic findings, the diagnosis of a solid variant Intraosseous Acinic Cell Carcinoma was established. Subsequently, the patient underwent hemimandibulectomy and modified radical neck dissection, followed by pos

SUBMITTER: Khozestani NK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8225966 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature