Case report highlights the surgical approach for multiple upper lip swellings due to pleomorphic adenoma, suggesting surgical care is crucial for aesthetics.
Pleomorphic adenoma (PA) is the most common benign salivary gland neoplasm, yet its occurrence in the upper lip, especially as multiple swellings, is extremely rare. We present a 46-year-old female with progressive, painless multiple upper lip swellings over one year. Clinical examination, fine-needle aspiration cytology, and contrast-enhanced CT imaging supported the diagnosis. Surgical excision via a mucosal approach was performed, preserving anatomical and aesthetic structures. Histopathological analysis confirmed pleomorphic adenoma. The patient had an uneventful recovery with no recurrence at six months. This case highlights the importance of recognizing atypical Pleomorphic Adenoma presentations and ensuring complete, cosmetically sensitive excision.
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