Assessment of the extracapsular dissection of the benign parotid tumors, extending the literature

Publication date: Available online 28 September 2017
Source:Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Medicine, and Pathology
Author(s): Safaa Riyadh, Saif Saadedeen Abdulrazaq
ObjectiveTo remove a superficial benign tumor of the parotid, the surgeon has two options; superficial parotidectomy, with well-known morbidity and practiced for decades, and extracapsular dissection with less surgical evidence. The aim of the study was to evaluate the extracapsular dissection technique and extending the present literature.MethodsSixteen cases were selected according to certain criteria and monitored for complications.ResultsOne complication encountered with no long-term morbidity.ConclusionsExtracapsular dissection is a safe, reliable and recommended technique to manage the small benign superficial parotid tumors if the case is selected properly.



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