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OMFP II
Adenomatoid Hyperplasia
Question | Answer |
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What are the clinical features of Adenomatoid Hyperplasia? | There is localized swelling of minor salivary gland tissue that mimics a neoplasm. Upon palpation, the tissue would feel normal, but appear enlarged. The mucosa would be pink and not ulcerated |
What are the demographic features of Adenomatoid Hyperplasia? | It occurs in the 40-60 year age range. There are no gender predilection. Most common location is the hard and soft palate. |
What type of lesion is Adenomatoid Hyperplasia? | Pink, exophytic nodule that is an increased size of minor salivary gland without neoplastic change. |
What are the histological features of Adenomatoid Hyperplasia? | The specimen would consist of lobular aggregates of relatively normal-appearing mucous acini that are greater in number than normally would be found in the area. |
What are the different diagnosis of Adenomatoid Hyperplasia? | There are three differential diagnosis: Pleimorphic adenoma, Mucoepidermoid carcinoma, and Sjogren's. |
What kind of treatments are there for Adenomatoid Hyperplasia? | No treatment is required after biopsy confirmation of the diagnosis. |