PMC4012129_01
Lateral profile of the patient showing the tumor mass below the ear lobe
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F1
There were no associated signs of facial nerve deficit noted [Figure 1].
Ultrasonography of the left parotid gland showing a hypoechoic area suggestive of pleomorphic adenoma
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F2
Fine needle aspiration biopsy and ultrasonography were also suggestive of pleomorphic adenoma [Figure 2].
Tumor mass was removed without damaging the capsule
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F3
Then the tumor mass was removed without damaging the capsule [Figure 3] and the parotid fascia was approximated using 3-0 vicryl and skin incision was closed using 6-0 Ethilon.
Excised specimen (1.3 cm in size)
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F4
The excised specimen [Figure 4] was sent for histopathologic investigation and final diagnosis of pleomorphic adenoma was made [Figure 5].
Histopathologic picture showing features of pleomorphic adenoma
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F5
The excised specimen [Figure 4] was sent for histopathologic investigation and final diagnosis of pleomorphic adenoma was made [Figure 5].
Eighth month postoperative followup pic
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F6
The patient has been followed-up since the last 1 year without any complications [Figure 6].