Pleomorphic adenoma of the tonsillar cavity.

INTRODUCTION AND

IMPORTANCE

The tonsillar location of pleomorphic adenomas is rare in histological diagnosis. The elimination of other essentially lymphomatous diagnoses is essential.

CASE PRESENTATION: We present a case of a 15-year-old child who consults for a feeling of pharyngeal discomfort and difficulty eating solid foods for 6 months. Clinical examination and radiology (MRI) showed the presence of a mass in the tonsillar region. A biopsy revealed a pleomorphic adenoma. The tumor was removed transorally with good progress.

CLINICAL DISCUSSION: Pleomorphic adenoma of the tonsillar region is rare. Only histological examination can confirm this. Resection of the tumor must be complete in order to limit the risk of recurrence.

CONCLUSION

The pleomorphic adenoma of the tonsillar region has a non-specific clinical presentation. MRI helps guide the diagnosis. Its treatment is surgical requiring complete excision.