Warthin's tumor of the parotid gland: A 14-year retrospective review of surgical outcomes, diagnostic accuracy and patient-reported aesthetic satisfaction

Our 14-year analysis confirms that WT now constitutes a substantial proportion of benign parotid tumors, approaching the incidence of pleomorphic adenoma, with a strong association with smoking. FNAC and MRI demonstrated high diagnostic accuracy, supporting their role in reliable preoperative evaluation. While surgical treatment remains safe, postoperative sensory deficits and aesthetic concerns are not uncommon and may meaningfully affect patient satisfaction, even after limited surgery. Individualized management-particularly active surveillance for small, asymptomatic tumors in elderly or comorbid patients-may help balance oncologic safety with quality-of-life considerations.