Surgical tumour excision of pleomorphic adenoma of submandibular salivary gland: A case report and literature review

• Published in: International journal of surgery case reports Vol. 106; p. 108236
• Main Authors: Birigi, Msafiri, Mweya, Clement N.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Netherlands Elsevier Ltd 01.05.2023; Elsevier
• Subjects: Case Report; Pleomorphic adenoma; Quality of life; Submandibular salivary gland; Surgical tumour excision; Tanzania; Case report; Surgical tumour excision; Submandibular salivary gland; Pleomorphic adenoma; Tanzania; Quality of life
• ISSN: 2210-2612; 2210-2612
• DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2023.108236

Pleomorphic adenoma is a benign tumour commonly found in salivary glands and surgical excision is the preferred treatment. This case report describes a 37-year-old male patient who was psychologically affected, socially stigmatised and economically jeopardised, underwent successful surgical excision of a pleomorphic adenoma in the submandibular gland. The procedure involved making a lower submandibular incision through the skin, followed by blunt dissection to approach the tumour, where the whole gland was involved and excised. Haemostasis was achieved through compression, transfixing, and under-running sutures. The patient recovered well without any complications and was discharged with a good outlook. Proper diagnosis and using proper surgical techniques is essential to ensure favourable outcomes. Early diagnosis and prompt management of pleomorphic adenoma are crucial to prevent complications and improve the patient's quality of life. Surgical tumour excision is a safe and effective treatment for pleomorphic adenoma in the submandibular gland. Successful surgery has significant changes in the quality of life of the patient. •Pleomorphic adenoma is a common benign tumour of salivary glands and surgical excision is the preferred treatment.•A case report describes the successful surgical excision of pleomorphic adenoma in a 37-year-old male patient's.•The procedure involved making a lower submandibular incision through the skin, followed by blunt dissection to approach the tumour, where the whole gland was involved and excised.•The patient recovered without complications and was discharged with a good outlook.•Successful surgery has significant changes in the quality of life of the patient.