Plexiform neurofibroma of the submandibular gland in patient with von Recklinghausen's disease

Rare Tumors. 2011 Mar 30;3(1):e4. doi: 10.4081/rt.2011.e4.

Abstract

Plexiform neurofibroma of the submandibular gland is an extremely rare tumor. Herein, we report a case of plexiform neurofibroma in a patient with a von Recklinghausen's disease (NF-1) who presented with a submandibular mass mimicking a submandibular gland tumor. Complete surgical excision provides the best treatment and final diagnosis. A neurofibroma should be considered in the differential diagnosis for submandibular mass.

Keywords: Von Recklinghausen's disease.; neurofibroma; plexiform neurofibroma; submandibular gland tumor.

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