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Intraparotid lymph node tuberculosis.

M Archontaki¹, A K Stamou, J K Hajiioannou

¹General Prefectural Hospital of Rethymnon, Crete.

|May 27, 2008

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Mycobacterial infection of the parotid gland, a rare condition, can mimic tumors. Early suspicion of tuberculosis is key for accurate diagnosis and treatment of parotid swelling.

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Oncology
Head and Neck Surgery

Background:

Mycobacterial infection of the parotid gland is uncommon, presenting with swelling but lacking specific signs.
Differential diagnosis of parotid masses often includes neoplasms, complicating the identification of rarer causes like tuberculosis.

Observation:

A case of intraparotid lymph node tuberculosis presented as a parotid tumor.
Computed tomography revealed enlarged intraparotid and cervical lymph nodes.
Biopsy confirmed a caseating granuloma, and a purified protein derivative test was strongly positive.

Findings:

Tuberculosis of the parotid gland can mimic neoplastic masses clinically.
Prompt antituberculous treatment led to the resolution of lymphadenopathy and parotid swelling.

Implications:

High clinical suspicion for tuberculosis is essential in diagnosing parotid gland masses.
Early diagnosis and treatment of tuberculous parotitis can prevent misdiagnosis and ensure appropriate management.
This case highlights the importance of considering infectious etiologies in parotid swellings that resemble tumors.