A rare case of pleomorphic adenoma of the nasal cavity

Abstract

One of the most prevalent benign tumors of the main salivary glands is pleomorphic adenoma. They may also develop in the smaller salivary glands, which are common in the nasal cavity. The aim is to present this rare case which was diagnosed with tissue sampling and histopathological examination in conjunction with radiological findings. A 36-year-old woman's right nasal cavity was found to have a soft tissue mass that was seen protruding from the nasal septum. A detailed histological analysis led to the conclusion that the nasal cavity was home to a pleomorphic adenoma. In conclusion, pleomorphic adenomas in minor salivary glands are extremely uncommon, and they are much more uncommon in the nasal cavity, where they typically develop from the nasal septum. Due to the presence of lower stromal and higher epithelial components, it may be misdiagnosed at early stages. Resultant delayed detection leads to aggressive treatment.