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MELO, Maysa Nogueira de Barros et al. Upper lip pleomorphic adenoma: case report. Rev. cir. traumatol. buco-maxilo-fac. [online]. 2016, vol.16, n.2, pp. 40-43. ISSN 1808-5210.

The salivary glands are attached organs of great importance to the stomatognathic system. Are susceptible to a number of benign and malignant disorders, and among the most common benign tumor is the pleomorphic adenoma. This pathology has unknown etiology, affecting more often the major salivary glands. In rare cases, can occur in the minor salivary glands in different sites in the oral cavity. It grows slowly and is presented as increase in firm volume, encapsulated and asymptomatic. Its treatment is based on surgical excision and has a low recurrence rate. This study reports a rare case of pleomorphic adenoma in the upper lip and discuss the treatment instituted.

Palavras-chave : Adenoma; Salivary glands; Mouth..