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Clinical photograph showing large mass in the right parotid region
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F1
On local examination there was a large (7 x 8 cm), firm, non-tender mass present in right parotid and infra-temporal region with a normal overlying skin [Figure 1].
CT scan showing details of the extent of mass and the lesion was enhancing after contrast administration
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F2
CT with contrast suggested a large well defined homogenous, enhancing mass reaching up to the lateral pharyngeal wall without infiltrating the surrounding structures [Figure 2].
Intra-operative photograph well defi ned plane of cleavage and complete excision of the tumor
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F3
The tumor was exposed and excised completely with extended Blair's incision [Figure 3].
Histopathology showing features of neurofi broma (H & E, x40)
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Histopathology suggested benign NF [Figure 4].