Endoscopic management of huge pleomorphic adenoma of the nasal septum; a case report.

INTRODUCTION

and Importance: Pleomorphic adenoma (PA) is one of the most common benign tumors of the salivary glands. They can develop in all the salivary glands, but it most commonly occurs in the parotid gland, followed minor salivary gland. It may occurs at the hard and soft palate, lips, cheeks, gingiva, and nasal septum. PA of the nasal septum is a rare tumor.

CASE PRESENTATION

72-year-old female was diagnosed with pleomorphic adenoma of the nasal septum which was successfully treated by endoscopic endonasal surgical excision.

CLINICAL DISCUSSION

Pleomorphic adenoma of the nasal septum was rare tumor may mimic with hemangioma of nose. Diagnostic nasal endoscopy, Computerized tomography and Magnetic resonance imaging are diagnostic to see extent and vascularity of tumor. Endoscopic endonasal approach with microdebrider can help removal of tumor.

CONCLUSION

Pleomorphic adenoma of nasal septum is a rare diagnosis may mimic hemangioma. Endoscopic endonasal approach with microdebrider can be performed in highly vascular masses of the nose in selected cases.