Intramuscular lipoma involving the masticator space: A case report

We present a rare case of intramuscular lipoma arising from left masseter muscle adjacent to the superficial lobe of the parotid gland and involving the masticator space, spreading to the upper compartment of temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ). Wide excision of the entire lesion was performed under general anesthesia. The postoperative course was uneventful and there was no evidence of recurrence 1 year post-operatively.
Source: Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Medicine, and Pathology - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research