Pleomorphic adenoma of the tonsillar cavity.
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INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE: The tonsillar location of pleomorphic adenomas is rare in histological diagnosis. The elimination of other essentially lymphomatous diagnoses is essential. CASE PRESENTATION: We present a case of a 15-year-old child who consults for a feeling of pharyngeal discomfort and difficulty eating solid foods for 6 months. Clinical examination and radiology (MRI) showed the presence of a mass in the tonsillar region. A biopsy revealed a pleomorphic adenoma. The tumor was removed transorally with good progress. CLINICAL DISCUSSION: Pleomorphic adenoma of the tonsillar region is rare. Only histological examination can confirm this. Resection of the tumor must be complete in order to limit the risk of recurrence. CONCLUSION: The pleomorphic adenoma of the tonsillar region has a non-specific clinical presentation. MRI helps guide the diagnosis. Its treatment is surgical requiring complete excision.