Selective deep lobe parotid surgery for benign tumors

Abstract

Conclusions: Deep-lobe tumor parotidectomy decreases the incidence of parotidectomy post-surgical complications, preserves parotid function, and has a good esthetic appearance. Objective: The existing surgical technique in the parotidectomy of deep-lobe benign tumors can be improved. Methods: Fourteen surgical operations were performed (2004–2015) for selective deep lobe parotidectomy for patients with primary benign parotid tumors. The patients with deep-lobe benign tumors were operated on with the method of superficial lobe preservation, which included methylene blue staining of the gland and intra-operative facial nerve detection. Results: During follow-up, no cases of tumor recurrence, permanent facial nerve injury, postparotidectomy depression, or Frey’s syndrome was found.

Keywords:

• benign tumors
• deep lobe parotid
• parotidectomy

Declaration of interest: The authors report no conflicts of interest. No financial support was received for this submission.