Pleomorphic adenoma of the palate

A woman 43 years, presented with 9 years history of a painless swelling in the palatal region, slow-growing. Her medical history was not significant. On intraoral examination, a median ovoid mass measuring 4 cm diameter was found at the junction of hard and soft palate. The mass was firm, with smooth surface. No radiographic evidence of bone involvement was seen on the CT scan (Figure A). Surgical excision under general anesthesia: excision of the mass was carried out, the overlying mucosa was healthy, so conserved (Figure B,C&D). Histopathologic report confirmed the lesion to be “pleomorphic adenoma”. The lesion has not recurred after four years follow-up.