Parotid Gland Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma

**Semantic type:** Neoplastic Process

**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.

**Synonyms:** - Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of Parotid - Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of Parotid Gland - Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of the Parotid - Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of the Parotid Gland - Parotid Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma