Sept 5, 2010
In a nutshell~~
Mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the parotid gland is very rare in children. Clinical stage and histologic grade are the main prognostic factors. Complete excision (superficial or total parotidectomy) with preservation of facial nerve is the treatment of choice. Neck dissection should be considered when there is clinical evidence of regional metastasis, high TNM stage, high histologic grade, and involvement of regional nodes. Because of adverse effects in pediatric patients, radiotherapy should be used only in selected cases. Long-term follow-up is essential to rule out late recurrence.
~from Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of Parotid Gland in Children
The parotid gland is the large salivary gland that is positioned in front of each of your ears; the one that hurts when you eat something very sour.
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