Pleomorphic Adenoma of Nasal Cavity: A Rare Case Report

Abstract

ABSTRACT Pleomorphic adenomas are most common benign tumor of the major salivary gland, mainly found in parotid gland. Pleomorphic adenomas may also occur in the minor salivary glands of the hard and soft palate. Few cases are also diagnosed in various parts of pharynx and larynx. Intranasal pleomorphic adenomas can arise either from septum or lateral nasal wall. They are very rare entity and occasionally misdiagnosed due to their atypical histopathology. We present a rare case of pleomorphic adenoma diagnosed in middle-aged female originating from lateral wall of right nasal cavity. How to cite this article Joshi S, Bhuie HS, Mathur N, Verma H. Pleomorphic Adenoma of Nasal Cavity: A Rare Case Report. Clin Rhinol An Int J 2014;7(2):67-69.