Basal Cell Adenoma

**Semantic type:** Neoplastic Process

**Definition:** A salivary gland benign epithelial neoplasm with a uniform, monomorphic appearance that is dominated by basal cells forming trabecular structures. It is rare and occurs mostly on the parotid gland. The average age of patients has been reported to be 58 years. Swelling is the most constant clinical finding.

**Synonyms:** - BCA - Basal Cell Adenoma of Salivary Gland - Basal Cell Adenoma of the Salivary Gland - Basal cell adenoma - Salivary Gland Basal Cell Adenoma