Abstract
Cystic parotid enlargement is a newly recognized manifestation of HIV infection. It commonly occurs early in the spectrum of HIV-related illnesses and may be part of LAS. Serologic confirmation of HIV infection and CT imaging usually establishes the diagnosis. Cytologic or histopathologic evaluation may be required for diagnostic confirmation and for management.
MeSH terms
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AIDS-Related Complex / complications
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AIDS-Related Complex / diagnosis*
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AIDS-Related Complex / pathology
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Biopsy, Needle
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Cysts / complications
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Cysts / diagnosis*
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Cysts / pathology
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HIV Infections / complications
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HIV Infections / diagnosis*
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HIV Infections / pathology
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Humans
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Parotid Diseases / complications
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Parotid Diseases / diagnosis*
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Parotid Diseases / pathology
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed