Pathological conditions of salivary gland (a case series of 45 cases).

ABSTRACT

Salivary gland pathology represents the complex and diverse entity. Their diagnosis and management is complicated because of limited amount of pre-treatment information available and the wide range of biologic behavior seen with the different pathologic lesions. Proper management of this pathology requires an accurate diagnosis by the pathologist, correct interpretation by surgeon, knowledge of the surgical anatomy of salivary glands with clear understanding. We present our experience with 45 cases of salivary gland pathology to study incidence, various radiological modalities, medical and surgical treatment and prognosis various pathological conditions involving salivary gland.