Pleomorphic Adenoma of Hard Palate: A Case Series

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ABSTRACT Introduction Pleomorphic adenoma of minor salivary glands of the hard palate is a rare benign tumor that has elements of both epithelial and mesenchymal tissues. It usually presents as slow-growing painless submucosal mass on the hard palate. Diagnosis rests on clinical features and tissue examination with radiological investigations helping in surgical planning. Aim and objective To add to the literature few more cases of this relatively rare condition and discuss its clinical presentation and management. Case description Here, we present a case series of three patients who presented with a mass over the hard palate that was subsequently diagnosed as pleomorphic adenoma and discuss the treatment of the same. Conclusion Treatment of choice is wide local excision with removal of periosteum or bone if involved. Recurrence rate is low. How to cite this article Gupta SR, Thorawade VP, Khan MHMS. Pleomorphic Adenoma of Hard Palate: A Case Series. Int J Otorhinolaryngol Clin 2020;12(1):11–13.