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Polymorphous low-grade adenocarcinoma of the tongue

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

J. I. de Diego ,
R. Bernaldez ,
M. P. Prim  and
D. Hardisson
J. I. de Diego*
Affiliation:
Departments of Otorhinolaryngology. La Paz Hospital, Autonomous University, Madrid, Spain
R. Bernaldez
Affiliation:
Departments of Otorhinolaryngology. La Paz Hospital, Autonomous University, Madrid, Spain
M. P. Prim
Affiliation:
Departments of Otorhinolaryngology. La Paz Hospital, Autonomous University, Madrid, Spain
D. Hardisson
Affiliation:
Departments of Pathology. La Paz Hospital, Autonomous University, Madrid, Spain
*
Address for correspondence: J. I. de Diego, M.D., Servicio de ORL, Hospital La Paz, Paseo de la Castellana, 261, 28046 Madrid, Spain.
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Abstract

Primary adenocarcinomas of the oral cavity in minor salivary glands are distinctive lesions which can be subclassified according to their growth patterns or histomorphology. Polymorphous low-grade adenocarcinoma (PLGA) of minor salivary tissue has been recognized as a distinct entity. We report an unusual case of PLGA of the tongue. Only a few previous cases have been reported in the English literature. The treatment is discussed and a review of the current literature concerning this tumour is included.

Keywords

Tongue neoplasmsAdenocarcinoma

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Type
Pathology in Focus
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The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 110 , Issue 7 , July 1996 , pp. 700 - 703
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1996

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