Palatal Swellings: A Proposed Classification and a Case Report of Pleomorphic Adenoma of Minor Salivary Gland of the Palate.

Abstract

Palatal swellings are a commonly encountered diagnostic entity. They can be infectious, neoplastic, odontogenic, vascular, congenital or secondary manifestation of a systemic disease. While individual palatal lesions are well documented in the literature, there is lack of a comprehensive classification of such entities. Proper classification helps in prompt and accurate diagnosis, facilitating proper management. This article proposes a comprehensive classification of palatal swellings based on their location, clinical findings and aetiology, and describes a case report of pleomorphic adenoma of the minor salivary gland of the palate.