Extirpation of a Dumb-Bell Tumor of the Parotid Gland Through a Skin Incision

Abstract

A 51-year-old female with pleomorphic ademoma occupying the parapharyngeal space and deep lobe of the parotid gland is reported. A skin incision was made from the infraaural to the submandibular region. Thorough removal of the tumor was accomplished through this skin incision after cutting of the stylomandibular ligament. Intraaural incision was not necessary. This approach is recommended for the removal of dumb-bell type tumors of the parotid gland.