Neuroendocrine Tumors of the Submandibular Gland: Literature Review and Report of a Case

Primary salivary neuroendocrine neoplasms are extremely rare, with only 1 case of carcinoid tumor and 7 cases of primary large-cell neuroendocrine carcinomas having been reported. Salivary small-cell neuroendocrine carcinomas are more frequent, accounting for less than 2% of all salivary malignancies. In addition to a literature review on the subject, the authors describe a rare case of malignant intermediate-grade neuroendocrine tumor of the submandibular gland.

Source: International Journal of Surgical Pathology - January 13, 2013 Category: Pathology Authors: Petrone, G., Santoro, A., Angrisani, B., Novello, M., Scarano, E., Rindi, G., Lauriola, L. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research