Audit of Risk Factors to Predict the Recurrence of Salivary Gland Pleomorphic Adenomas

Abstract

Recurrent salivary gland pleomorphic adenomas are a complex oncological challenge, despite their benign nature. These tumours are often numerous, multifocal, and located distant from their original tumour site. Current recurrence rates stand at 2% however the management and surgical approach for recurrences are unclear. This study aims to characterise, for the first time, risks factors that predict the rate at which recurrent nodules emerges.