Pleomorphic Adenoma in Ectopic Salivary Tissue of the Neck

Introduction: The presence of salivary heterotopic tissue is uncommon and even more rarely neoplasms arise from aberrant salivary gland tissue. The finding of a benign mixed tumour (pleomorphic adenoma) in heterotopic salivary tissue along the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, in the upper neck, is extremely rare. Case Report: We present the fourth case in adults patientsof ectopic mixed salivary tumour occurring in the upper neck, with regard to clinical and histological features, diagnostic aspects in relation with clinical and radiological investigations and therapeutic considerations. Conclusion: Caution must be taken in the diagnosis and treatment of the neck masses, which often present unexpected pathology to the head and neck surgeon.