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Case of Warthin Tumor with Squamous Metaplasia: A Recent Appraisal in the World Health Organization Classification System for Head and Neck Tumors

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) is commonly employed to diagnose salivary gland tumors due to its minimally invasive nature. However, repeated FNAC can lead to complications such as vascular injury, ischemia, and infarction, particularly in Warthin tumors (WT). These changes manifest as squamous metaplasia, necrosis, and inflammation, which can mimic malignancy, leading to diagnostic confusion. We present a case of infarcted WT in a 54-year-old male with left parotid swelling, where FNAC showed oncocytic and squamous metaplastic cells, raising concerns for squamous cell carcinoma.

Source: Annals of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

DOI: 10.21276/apalm.3481

Authors: Tanvi Jha, Prajwala Gupta

Institution: Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences and Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital

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: W4409688369

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