Here, you can find an overview about the different types of surgeries used to treat salivary gland tumors as well as information on MSK’s expertise. Parotidectomy is the name of the surgery used to ...

LeBron James reflects on his 2009 health scare, revealing how a tumor near his ear left him anxious and forced him into surgery.

Radiation therapy for salivary gland tumors involves sending high-energy particles (usually photons or protons) through the skin toward the tumor. When the particles reach the tumor, they can destroy ...

Salivary gland blockage can result from multiple causes including salivary stones, narrowing of the duct by scar tissue, dehydration, side-effects of certain medications, autoimmune diseases and ...