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  • Title: Adenocarcinoma of the lacrimal gland: a case report.
    Author: Touil A, El Abbassi S, Echchikhi Y, Maher M, Kebdani T, Benjaafar N.
    Journal: J Med Case Rep; 2017 Sep 11; 11(1):257. PubMed ID: 28889800.
    Abstract:
    BACKGROUND: Primary ductal adenocarcinomas of the lacrimal gland are very rare. This neoplasm shares some histological and immunohistochemical similarities with salivary duct carcinoma. CASE PRESENTATION: Here, we present a case of a 55-year-old Moroccan man with lacrimal gland adenocarcinoma. He underwent orbital exenteration with lymph nodes dissection and ipsilateral parotidectomy. After surgery, he was lost to follow-up and died 13 months later. CONCLUSIONS: Lacrimal gland tumors are rare but highly aggressive salivary gland tumors. Complete excision with adjuvant radiotherapy is recommended.
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