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==Overview==
==Overview==
==CT==
 
*Computed tomography (CT) scan and [[biopsy]]: CT scans are often used to diagnose Warthin's tumor. It can confirm the location of the cancer and show the organs near the salivary glands. CT scans can also be used to guide [[biopsy]] and a biopsy sample is usually removed and looked at under a microscope.
==Key CT Findings in Warthin's tumor==
* Can be often seen bilaterally
classic appearance is a cystic lesion posteriorly within the parotid with a focal tumour nodule
relatively well defined
cystic changes appear as intra lesional lower attenuation
no calcification
 
==CT Examples of Warthin's tumor==


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