Salivary Gland Neoplasia Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main type of benign salivary gland neoplasm
A
Adenoma
2
Q
What is the main type of malignant neoplasm found in salivary glands
A
Carinoma
3
Q
If you see a lump in the lower lip you think trauma, if you see a lump in the upper lip or palate you think?
A
Salivary gland tumour
4
Q
What is the most common salivary gland tumour?
A
Pleomorphic Adenoma
5
Q
List 3 types of salivary gland neoplasms
A
- Pleomorphic Adenoma
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma
- Mucoepidermod Carcinoma
6
Q
What anatomy do you need to be aware of if doing biopsy of bucal mucosa
A
Salivary gland duct
7
Q
Main cells in salivary glands:
A
- Myoepithelial cells
- Duct cells
- Basal cells
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