Case report reports cystadenoma of the base of the tongue in a 56-year-old patient, highlighting an unusual anatomical presentation for this benign salivary gland neoplasm.
Cystadenoma is a rare benign salivary gland neoplasm characterized by a predominantly multicystic growth pattern. The parotid gland is involved in about 45-50% of cystadenoma cases, with the minor glands of the lip and buccal mucosa being the next most common sites. The tongue is rarely involved. We report the case of a 56-year-old patient who presented a cystadenoma of the base of the tongue.
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