Carcinoma ex-pleomorphic adenoma (CXPA) is an aggressive salivary gland malignant tumor. Diagnosis is difficult as the residual-mixed tumor is small and poorly understood due to the presence of various subtypes. Adenoma carcinoma and salivary duct carcinoma are two common subtypes. Prognostic factors are tumor size, grade, and clinical and pathological stages.
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