A case of mucoepidermoid tumor of the sublingual gland.

Malignant tumors of the sublingual gland are rare neoplasms. An extensive review of the literature reveals a total of 63 cases from 1930 to 1985. We present here a case of mucoepidermoid tumor of the sublingual gland in a 58-year-old female. The tumor was completely removed by left upper neck dissection in continuity with the sublingual gland and the floor of the mouth, and reconstructed by using a tongue flap. The differential diagnosis and surgical procedure for this neoplasm are discussed.