Synchronous bilateral acinic cell carcinoma of the parotid: When a tumor reveals another one

Abstract

SummaryIntroductionAcinic cell carcinoma is a rare form (2–4%) of parotid tumor. It is, however, the most frequent form of bilateral parotid tumor and the second most frequent form in children.Case reportA 22-year-old man had several years’ history of left parotid tumor, discovered to be acinic cell carcinoma. MRI found a synchronous contralateral tumor of the same histologic nature.Discussion/ConclusionThis case highlights the need for rigorous examination of the contralateral parotid in case of parotid tumor and especially of acinic cell carcinoma