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20 April 2004

Adenoid cystic carcinoma: a case report

Abdorrahim Koosha , Mir Mohammad Jalali

Case Rep Clin Pract Rev 2004; 5(null):392-397 :: ID: 12286

Abstract

Background: Adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACC) is a relatively common malignant tumor arising from minor or major salivary glands. This tumor extends through perineural invasion.Case Report: We present a 58 year- old female with limited movement of right eye and non-pulsative vertex headache. Physical examinations showed involvement of several cranial nerves, indicated intracranial extensions. In sinus endoscopy, a mass was seen in right middle meatus.Conclusions: Planned combinations of surgery with radiotherapy have shown improvement in both local control and survival.

Keywords: Adenoid cystic carcinoma, cylindroma, salivary gland

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American Journal of Case Reports eISSN: 1941-5923
American Journal of Case Reports eISSN: 1941-5923