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Secretory Carcinoma of the Parotid Gland Presenting as a Persistent Cystic Parotid Mass: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Secretory carcinoma (SC) of the salivary glands, previously termed mammary analog secretory carcinoma (MASC), is a rare, low-grade malignant tumor of the salivary glands that closely resembles SC of the breast. This case report discusses parotid SC in a 40-year-old female patient who presented with recurrent parotid swelling. The report aims to demonstrate the importance of recognizing this rare tumor, raising awareness, and adding this case to world literature.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.79230

Authors: Sai Samhitha Avula Balliahgari, Sagar Kansara, Marshall P Stagg

Institutions: Baton Rouge General, Louisiana State University, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Salivary Gland Tumors Diagnosis and Treatment

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4407697248