Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of the Lung: A Case Report

Abstract

Introduction: Mucoepidermoid carcinoma (MEC) of the lung is a rare form of lung cancer that is classified into low grade andhigh grade based on histological features. MEC and adenoid cystic carcinoma are considered to be salivary gland-type neoplasms. Surgical resection is the primary treatment for low-grade MEC with excellent outcomes, while high-grade MEC is a more aggressive form of malignancy.