Pleomorphic adenoma is a salivary gland tumors commonly originating from the parotid gland or the submandibular gland. It is uncommonly seen involving the minor salivary gland. Pleomorphic adenoma is a mixed benign tumor, which exhibits both epithelial and mesenchymal components. It is the most common neoplasm of the major and minor salivary glands. The parotid is common site but palate is most common site for minor salivary adenoma. The lesion occurs as a painless, slow-growing, dome-shaped mass with a smooth surface patient.
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