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Warthin tumor

An adenoma characterized by an oncocytic, often papillary, epithelial component, dense lymphoid stroma, and cystic spaces. It occurs primarily in the parotid gland, and is the second most common benign parotid salivary gland tumor. A strong association with smoking has been reported. It typically presents as a painless swelling in the lower portion of the parotid gland.

Identifiers
MONDO:0006493
Also known as
adenolymphoma · papillary cystadenoma lymphomatosum (formerly) · Warthin's tumor · Warthin's tumour

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