NCIt synonyms : Parotid Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma; Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of Parotid Gland; Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of the Parotid; Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of the Parotid Gland; Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of Parotid;
NCIt definition : A carcinoma that arises from the parotid gland. It usually presents as a firm and
painless mass. It is characterized by the presence of epidermoid cells, mucus producing
cells, and cells of intermediate type. It usually spreads to pre-auricular lymph nodes.
The majority of cases have a favorable outcome.;