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Extra-capsular dissection for benign parotid tumours.

E A Shehata1

  • 1Oral & Maxillofacial Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Champlion Street - Azarita, Alexandria, Egypt. ehabshehata@hotmail.com

International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
|January 8, 2010
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Extra-capsular dissection (ECD) is a minimally invasive surgical option for benign parotid tumours like pleomorphic adenoma. This technique shows low morbidity and no recurrence, making it a viable alternative to traditional surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Head and Neck Surgery

Background:

  • Pleomorphic adenoma (PA) is the most common benign parotid gland tumour.
  • Minimally invasive surgical techniques are being explored for managing these tumours.
  • Extra-capsular dissection (ECD) offers a less invasive approach compared to superficial parotidectomy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the morbidity associated with Extra-capsular dissection (ECD) for benign parotid tumours.
  • To assess the feasibility of performing ECD outside of specialist centres.
  • To determine the efficacy of ECD in preventing tumour recurrence.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 26 consecutive patients with benign parotid gland tumours treated by ECD.
  • Inclusion criteria: discrete mobile lump >3 cm, clinically and histologically benign.

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  • Diagnosis confirmed by history, clinical examination, and fine needle aspiration cytology.

    • Main Results:

    • Seventeen pleomorphic adenomas (PA) were among the postoperative pathologies.
    • Fifteen percent of patients experienced transient facial nerve damage.
    • No tumour recurrence was observed during follow-up ranging from 2 to 72 months.

    Conclusions:

    • Extra-capsular dissection (ECD) is a safe and effective alternative to superficial parotidectomy for most superficial benign parotid lumps.
    • The technique demonstrates low morbidity and a zero recurrence rate in this series.
    • ECD can be successfully performed outside specialist centres by trained surgeons.