Diagnostic tips for parotid lymphoma.

OBJECTIVES

Parotid lymphoma is a rare disease and proves challenging to differentiate from other masses. In this study, we aimed to analyze the clinical characteristics of parotid lymphoma to identify diagnostic factors to facilitate a diagnosis of parotid lymphoma.

MATERIALS AND

METHODS

We retrospectively enrolled 7 patients with parotid lymphoma, which was diagnosed at our hospital from 2012 to 2023.

RESULTS

All participants had a well-defined, homogeneous solid mass; moreover, 5 patients had bilateral multiple lymphadenopathy that was detected on neck computed tomography (CT). Three patients had lymphocyte-related findings in fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC).

CONCLUSION

Despite the challenges in diagnosing a parotid lymphoma, CT and FNAC findings can facilitate a differential diagnosis of parotid lymphoma.