Comprehensive perioperative and minimally invasive post-operative defect approach of massive palatal pleomorphic adenoma: Case series

Extensive Palatal post-operative defect management following excision of neoplasm is one of the most difficult challenges for oral and maxillofacial surgeons regarding its limited surgical access and visibility on narrow area, airway management difficulty during intubation, richness of maxillary vascular network resulting in enormous bleeding risk. Decision making regarding its surgical approach and impact on speech and mastication is important. This case series aim to describe comprehensive step by step perioperative and palatal defect management approach based on tumor pathological characteristic and anatomical perspective to achieve good surgical outcome.