[Surgical treatment of pleomorphic adenoma of the parotid gland. Apropos of 192 cases].

Tumors of the salivary glands are exceptional, representing approximately 2% of head and neck tumors. The parotid gland is most often involved, at a frequency reaching 80%. Histology examination generally shows a pleomorphous adenoma. The choice of a surgical technique best adapted to curative treatment depends on the type of tumor and is widely debated. Our management strategy is based on simultaneous histology examination and superficial parotidectomy. Several pre and intra-operative factors determine the need for resection. We verified our strategy with a retrospective study.