The role of magnetic resonance imaging in the diagnosis of pleomorphic adenoma: literature review and case reports

Revista Brasileira de Otorrinolaringologia

Spini, Túlio H.¹  Mendonça, Elismauro F.¹  Paiva, Rogério R.¹  Cirurgião-dentista¹  Cruz, Mirna L.¹  Universidade Federal de Goiania¹  Fundação José Normanha, Goiânia¹  Mendonça, Alexandre R.¹  Ribeiro-Rotta, Rejane F.¹ 

关键词: pleomorphic adenoma;    magnetic resonance imaging;    computed tomography;    salivary glands.;   

DOI  :  10.1590/S0034-72992003000500016

学科分类：医学（综合）

来源: Associacao Brasileira de Otorrinolaringologia e Cirurgia Cervicofacial

【 摘 要 】

The deep and diffuse distribution of salivary glands in the soft tissue of the head and neck region is one common limitation to the early diagnosis of Pleomorphic Adenoma (PA) from those glands. The limits of this type of lesion cannot be established by clinical exam only. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has being playing an important role in the diagnosis of the AP. This image modality provides high resolution of soft tissue with no ionizing radiation. The majority of the studies have been shown it superiority for this purpose. The aim of this study was to review the literature and to discuss the importance, advantages, and disadvantages of the different imaging techniques for the diagnosis and treatment plan of the most prevalent neoplasm of salivary glands – Pleomorphic Adenoma. Reports of clinical cases will illustrate the most important reasons that justify the superiority of MRI for the above-mentioned investigation.

【 授权许可】

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