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Title: Solitary fibrous tumor of the submandibular gland. Author: Hofmann T, Braun H, Köle W, Beham A. Journal: Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol; 2002 Oct; 259(9):470-3. PubMed ID: 12386749. Abstract: Solitary fibrous tumors (SFT) are generally benign, well-circumscribed soft-tissue tumors of mesenchymal origin. CD34 antigen expression is characteristic for this tumor. A rare subgroup shows malignant histological patterns with aggressive behavior. The common site of occurrence is the pleura, but various other sites, including the head and neck, have been described. We present a 56-year-old, white, female patient with a solitary fibrous tumor developing in the right submandibular salivary gland. The tumor was surgically removed, and no recurrence or metastases have occurred during the 43 months of follow-up. All solitary fibrous tumors reported in the salivary glands were benign. However, new cases should be presented and followed up carefully to monitor their biological behavior.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]