Plexiform neurofibroma of the submandibular gland

J Laryngol Otol. 2000 Aug;114(8):643-5. doi: 10.1258/0022215001906390.

Abstract

A rare plexiform neurofibroma of the submandibular gland in a patient with neurofibromatosis is presented. The clinical manifestations of the disease are reviewed. The need for early diagnosis of neurofibroma is emphasized because of malignant transformation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Neurofibroma, Plexiform / pathology*
  • Neurofibromatoses / pathology*
  • Submandibular Gland Diseases / pathology*