Salivary Gland Tumors

Research

Mayo Clinic conducts important research related to benign and malignant salivary gland tumors through the Mayo Clinic Cancer Center. The research program uses a team approach that involves scientists from multiple disciplines conducting basic science, translational research and organ preservation studies. The research goals include enhancing the quality of life and improving the possibility for cure.

To find out more about related research visit the Otorhinolaryngology Research Web page.

Publications

Terhaard CH, Lubsen H, Rasch CR, Levendag PC, Kaanders HH, Tjho-Heslinga RE, van Den Ende PL, Burlage F; Dutch Head and Neck Oncology Cooperative Group. The role of radiotherapy in the treatment of malignant salivary gland tumors. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2005 Jan 1;61(1):103-11. [Abstract]

Armstrong JG, Harrison LB, Spiro RH, Fass DE, Strong EW, Fuks ZY. Malignant tumors of major salivary gland origin. A matched-pair analysis of the role of combined surgery and postoperative radiotherapy. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1990 Mar;116(3):290-3. [Abstract]

North CA, Lee DJ, Piantadosi S, Zahurak M, Johns ME. Carcinoma of the major salivary glands treated by surgery or surgery plus postoperative radiotherapy. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 1990 Jun;18(6):1319-26. [Abstract]