Plexiform Neurofibroma- a rare tumor of submandibular salivary gland

Abstract

Plexiform neurofibroma is more commonly seen in the orbit, neck , back and inguinal region. It is extremely rare in submandibular gland. This lesion rarely transforms into malignancy, but are locally infiltrative and can lead to haemorrhage. Therefore Plexiform neurofibroma should always be considered during differential diagnosis while excising a submandibular gland mass. We present here case of plexiform neurofibroma in the submandbular gland and diffused neurofibroma in the floor of mouth in a 15 yr old male not associated with Neurofiromatosis - 1.