[Pleomorphic adenoma with bilateral pulmonary metastasis]

Rev Pneumol Clin. 2001 Nov;57(5):352-4.
[Article in French]

Abstract

We report a new case of pleomorphous adenoma of the submaxillary glands with multiple lung metastases. Histological proof was obtained on the thoracoscopic surgical specimen. Clinically, this benign tumor presents as a malignant tumor. Diagnosis has been a subject of debate; surgical resection is indicated. Diagnosis is achieved by elimination in a patient with one or several nodules occurring in a context of recurrent pleomorphous adenoma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adenoma, Pleomorphic / pathology*
  • Aged
  • Humans
  • Lung Neoplasms / secondary*
  • Male
  • Salivary Gland Neoplasms / pathology*