Treatment of parotid gland oncocytoma: a case report from a radiation oncologist’s perspective - Takeaways - MDSpire

Treatment of parotid gland oncocytoma: a case report from a radiation oncologist’s perspective

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  • Kemeng Zhao

  • Feifei Hu

  • Yong Rui Bai

  • June 1, 2026

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    Parotid oncocytoma is a rare benign neoplasm, with surgical excision being the standard treatment.

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    Recurrence rates increase significantly in cases with multifocal lesions or incomplete surgical excision.

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    Postoperative radiotherapy can improve local control and reduce recurrence rates in high-risk cases.

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    A case study of a 61-year-old man highlights the successful use of adjuvant radiotherapy after parotidectomy.

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    The patient experienced mild side effects from radiotherapy but showed significant improvement in follow-up imaging.

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Treatment of parotid gland oncocytoma: a case report from a radiation oncologist’s perspective

  • by Kemeng Zhao, Feifei Hu, Yong Rui Bai

  • June 1, 2026

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