Pleomorphic salivary gland adenomas of the parapharyngeal space

Nine cases of pleomorphic salivary gland adenomas of the parapharyngeal space are reviewed. In the discussion which follows we show that five of these tumours were situated medial to the superior constrictor muscle and arose within pharyngeal mucosa. We also outline our views on the management of pleomorphic salivary gland adenoma of the parapharyngeal space with particular reference to biopsy, surgical excision and post-operative radiotherapy.