| Front | What is a pleomorphic adenoma and how should they be managed? |
|---|---|
| Back | ● Benign epithelial tumor of the lacrimal gland ● Recurrent pleomorphic adenomas can lead to adenoid cystic carcinoma (malignant) ● Incisional biopsies should not be performed because can recur if the capsule is incised ○ Recurrences can be very difficult to remove |
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