Mucoepidermoid carcinoma physical examination

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Badria Munir M.B.B.S.[2] , Maria Fernanda Villarreal, M.D. [3]

Overview

Physical examination findings of mucoepidermoid carcinoma depend on the size and location of the tumor. Physical examination of patients with mucoepidermoid carcinoma is usually remarkable for tenderness and intraoral bluish-red mucosa.

Physical Examination

The following physical examination findings may be present among patients with mucoepidermoid carcinoma:

Appearance

• Patients are usually well-appearing
• Facial swelling
• Facial deformity

Vital Signs

• Fever may be present

HEENT

• Unilateral otorrhea
• Hearing acuity may be reduced
• Bluish-red intraoral mucosa

NECK

• Carotid bruits may be auscultated unilaterally using the bell/diaphragm of the otoscope
• Unilateral lymphadenopathy

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