NCIt synonyms : Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of Parotid; Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of Parotid Gland; Parotid Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma; Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of the Parotid; Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of the Parotid Gland;
NCIt definition : An aggressive carcinoma that arises from the parotid gland. It is characterized by
the presence of malignant epithelial and myoepithelial cells forming cribriform, tubular,
and solid patterns. It usually presents as a slow growing mass. Patients develop pain
because of the tendency of these carcinomas to invade perineural tissues.;