scholarly journals Pleural fluid metastases of myoepithelial carcinoma: A case report and review of the literature

CytoJournal ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
pp. 13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alicia Calderon Bhambra ◽  
Yanhong Zhang ◽  
Eric C. Huang ◽  
John Bishop ◽  
Mahan Matin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Salivary Gland ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Pleural Fluid ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
De Novo ◽  
Myoepithelial Carcinoma ◽  
Minor Salivary Glands ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Accurate Identification ◽  
First Case

Myoepithelial carcinoma (MECA) is one of the rarest salivary gland neoplasms, which may either arise de novo or develop within a preexisting pleomorphic adenoma or benign myoepithelioma. The tumor occurs mainly in the parotid gland followed by minor salivary glands and other body sites. As a result of their morphologic heterogeneity, they can be confused easily with many tumors. Awareness of their unique cytoarchitectural patterns and immunohistochemical profile is crucial for accurate identification. Herein, we report a rare case of a 51-year-old female patient with MECA of the maxillary sinus that metastasized to the pleural fluid. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case of pleural fluid involvement by MECA reported in the literature.

scholarly journals Pleural fluid metastases of salivary duct carcinoma: A case report and review of the literature

CytoJournal ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
pp. 4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julie Huss ◽  
Rachel Conrad ◽  
Sharon Hirschowitz ◽  
Neda Moatamed
Keyword(s):  
Salivary Gland ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Pleural Fluid ◽  
Clinical History ◽  
Salivary Duct Carcinoma ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Salivary Duct ◽  
Duct Carcinoma ◽  
First Case

Salivary duct carcinoma (SDC) comprises a small proportion of salivary gland tumors; however, it is known to be aggressive with a high rate of metastasis. Although frequent references are made to pulmonary dissemination, metastases in the pleural fluid have not been described. In this article, we report the cytologic features of metastatic SDC in the pleural fluid. The clinical history, cytomorphology and immunohistochemical features used for diagnosis are described. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case of pleural fluid involvement by salivary duct carcinoma reported in the literature.

scholarly journals Nasal Epithelial Myoepithelial Carcinoma: An Unusual Cause of Epiphora, a Case Report and Review of the Literature

2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. ar.2015.6.0127 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juliette O. Flam ◽  
Christopher D. Brook ◽  
Rachel Sobel ◽  
John C. Lee ◽  
Michael P. Platt
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Physical Examination ◽  
Nasal Cavity ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Myoepithelial Carcinoma ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Nasal Symptoms ◽  
First Case ◽  
Nasal Tumor ◽  
Epithelial Myoepithelial Carcinoma

Introduction Epithelial myoepithelial carcinoma (EMC) of the nasal cavity is a rare tumor, and here we describe the first case of EMC of the nasal cavity presenting with epiphora. A case presentation and review of the literature is provided. Methods A case report is described of a 63-year-old man who presented with unilateral epiphora and was found via a thorough history and physical examination to have a nasal tumor. The physical examination consisted of an ocular examination, including probing and irrigation, and a detailed nasal examination (anterior rhinoscopy, nasal endoscopy). The nasal examination was prompted by the patient's report of concurrent nasal symptoms during history taking. Immunohistochemistry subsequently identified the nasal tumor as EMC. A literature search was performed to gain insights into similar malignancies of the nasal cavity. Results Eight cases of EMC of the nasal cavity were identified in the literature, none of the patients presented with epiphora. The case presented here resulted in resolution of the patient's symptoms and no evidence of disease after surgical excision. Conclusion Epithelial myoepithelial is a rare salivary gland malignancy that can arise in the nasal cavity. Unilateral epiphora with concurrent nasal symptoms should prompt nasal cavity examination for the possibility of an obstructive tumor.

scholarly journals Dysgenetic Polycystic Disease of Minor Salivary Gland: A Rare Case Report and Review of the Literature

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
N. Srikant ◽  
Shweta Yellapurkar ◽  
Karen Boaz ◽  
Mohan Baliga ◽  
Nidhi Manaktala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Salivary Gland ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Minor Salivary Gland ◽  
Rare Entity ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Lower Lip ◽  
Polycystic Disease ◽  
Rare Case Report

Polycystic (dysgenetic) disease of the salivary glands is a rare entity that has only recently been described in the literature. The disease is more commonly seen in females and majority of the cases have presented as bilateral parotid gland swellings. This case presenting in a 21-year-old male is the first of this unusual entity involving solely the minor salivary gland on the lower lip. This case report highlights the importance for the clinician to be aware of this differential diagnosis, when treating an innocuous lesion like a mucocele.

scholarly journals Nasopharyngeal Pleomorphic Adenoma: A Rare Case Report and Review of the Literature

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Serdal Celik ◽  
Osman Kilic ◽  
Tulay Zenginkinet ◽  
M. Tayyar Kalcioglu
Keyword(s):  
Salivary Gland ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Pleomorphic Adenoma ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Minor Salivary Gland ◽  
Minor Salivary Glands ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Neck Tumors ◽  
Rare Case Report ◽  
Chondroid Metaplasia

Salivary gland tumors are rare among all head and neck tumors. Pleomorphic adenoma (PA) is the most commonly seen subtype, and 85% of the cases are located in the parotid gland. PA may very rarely be seen in minor salivary glands. Minor salivary gland PAs are mostly located in the hard and soft palates. Nasopharyngeal PA is very rare, and a total of 8 cases have been published to date. In this case report, a 51-year-old female patient who had nasopharyngeal PA with chondroid metaplasia is presented, and we review the relevant literature.

scholarly journals Recurrent Parotitis due to Parotid Duct Calculi

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 115-118
Author(s):  
Pranabashish Banerjee ◽  
Debasis Barman ◽  
Braja Ballav Pakira
Keyword(s):  
Salivary Gland ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Radiological Evaluation ◽  
Recurrent Pain ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Superficial Parotidectomy ◽  
Submandibular Duct ◽  
Parotid Duct ◽  
Salivary Gland Calculi

Introduction Recurrent parotitis is frequently encountered in Otolaryngology practice. Parotid calculi, however is extremely uncommon as compared to submandibular calculi. Hence parotid duct calculi as a cause of recurrent parotitis need a special emphasis. Case Report We present here a rare case of recurrent parotitis due to parotid duct calculi in a 35 yr old female patient, who initially had presented to ENT OPD with recurrent pain and swelling for last eight months. Clinical examination was suggestive of calculi in the left parotid duct area which was confirmed by relevant radiological evaluation including USG, CT scan and parotid sialography. Patient was treated by superficial parotidectomy along with removal of the calculi from the parotid duct.  Discussion Calculi arising from the submandibular duct and gland are well established and quite easy to diagnose, but parotid calculi are quite unheard of in clinical practice. According to Western literature, parotid calculi account for 15-20% of all salivary gland calculi. We present here the case along with the relevant review of the literature.

scholarly journals Case report of myoepithelial carcinoma of maxillary sinus

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 85-87
Author(s):  
Ahmad Liaquat ◽  
Nabeela Riaz ◽  
Arun Kumar Shah
Keyword(s):  
Salivary Gland ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Maxillary Sinus ◽  
De Novo ◽  
Minor Salivary Gland ◽  
Myoepithelial Carcinoma ◽  
Titanium Mesh ◽  
Total Maxillectomy ◽  
Orbital Floor Reconstruction ◽  
Rare Malignancy

Myoepithelial carcinoma of the salivary gland is extremely rare malignancy. It may arise ei­ther in recurrent or pre existing pleomorphic adenoma or de novo in salivary glands. We herein present the case report of 35 years old male patient who presented to us with myo­epithelial carcinoma of minor salivary gland of right maxillary sinus. Right total maxillectomy was done and orbital floor reconstruction was done with titanium mesh.

scholarly journals Myoepithelial carcinoma of the ear: A rare case report and review of the literature

2014 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 171
Author(s):  
Sudipta Pal ◽  
VedulaP. Saha ◽  
Somnath Saha ◽  
Sarbani Chattopadhyay
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Myoepithelial Carcinoma ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Rare Case Report

scholarly journals A RARE TUMOR OF THE PAROTID GLAND: A CASE REPORT AND REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (01) ◽  
pp. 525-528
Author(s):  
Z. Sayad ◽  
◽  
B. Dani ◽  
R. Elazzouzi ◽  
S. Benazzou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Salivary Gland ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Benign Tumor ◽  
Histological Study ◽  
Rare Tumor ◽  
Rare Entity ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Granular Cytoplasm ◽  
Rare Benign Tumor

We report a rare case of a parotid oncocytoma in a 63-year-old woman. It is a rare benign tumor accounting for less than 1.5% of all salivary gland tumors. It is known as the parotid mitochondrioma because it is made of cells rich in mitochondria with granular cytoplasm. It is a rare entity poorly documented in the literature, and there are no pathognomonicsymptoms or imaging, which makes the diagnosis of this tumor challenging.Surgery is the main treatment, and the diagnosis is confirmed by the histological study of the specimen. Through this observation, and in light of the literature, we will underline the anatomoclinical and radiological peculiarities of this tumor, to induce clinicians to consider this histological type.

scholarly journals Myoepithelial Carcinoma Arising in a Plasmacytoid Myoepithelioma of the Parotid Gland Synchronized with Melanoma: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

2021 ◽  
pp. 173-183
Author(s):  
Pamela Denisse Soberanis-Piña ◽  
Ricardo Fernández-Ferreira ◽  
Héctor Hugo Buerba-Vieregge ◽  
Edgar Varela-Santoyo ◽  
Jerónimo Rafael Rodriguez-Cid ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Salivary Gland ◽  
Parotid Gland ◽  
English Language ◽  
De Novo ◽  
Complete Response ◽  
Salivary Gland Neoplasm ◽  
Myoepithelial Carcinoma ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Nodal Dissection ◽  
Language Literature

Myoepithelial carcinoma, also known as malignant myoepithelioma, is considered an extremely rare (0.45–1%) malignant salivary gland neoplasm. Approximately 100 cases have been reported in the English-language literature on myoepithelial carcinoma. The majority of the myoepitheliomas described in the literature have been benign, and the malignant counterpart is considered rare (<1%). Such a tumor may appear de novo or rarely develop from a preexisting pleomorphic adenoma (<20%), and in exceedingly rare cases (<0.5%), it has arisen from a benign myoepithelioma (i.e., plasmacytoid myoepithelioma). To our knowledge, no case of myoepithelial carcinoma of the parotid gland arising in a plasmacytoid myoepithelioma synchronized with melanoma has been reported to date. The treatment of myoepithelial carcinoma has been mainly surgical, including wide excision with free margins, with or without nodal dissection. The roles of chemotherapy and radiotherapy have not yet been established. We report a case of myoepithelial carcinoma of the parotid gland arising in a plasmacytoid myoepithelioma synchronized with melanoma in a 40-year-old woman. In our case, a complete response was achieved with surgery followed by adjuvant chemotherapy based on carboplatin and paclitaxel concurrent with radiotherapy.

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