59  years old male with local advanced adenoid cystic carcinoma of the hypopharynx – A case report and a review of the literature

Anatomically, the palate is the commonest site of minor salivary gland tumours, followed by paranasal sinuses, nasal cavity and the larynx [1]. Adenoid cystic carcinoma (AdCC) is the most common subtype of minor salivary gland tumours representing around 10% of all malignant salivary gland tumour [2]. The main cornerstone of treatment is the surgical resection while the role of radiotherapy and chemotherapy are still controversial [3]. Several prognostic factors have been identified such as free resection margin, nodal negativity and negative neural invasion [3].
Source: Oral Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Tags: Review Source Type: research