PAROTITIS ON A MISPLACED GLAND: A CASE REPORT

An ectopic parotid gland is a rare congenital anomaly due to an aberrant embryologic migration. This condition is usually asymptomatic, however, due to complications, it may become symptomatic causing functional complications especially with recurrent infections.Cases of parotitis on an ectopic parotid gland are more uncommon. We report the case of an 11-year-old child admitted for a right cheek swelling, with both ultrasound and CT scan revealing an ectopic parotid gland with parotitis. This case in creases awareness for early diagnosis of this condition leading to appropriate management. It highlights the role of imaging in differential diagnosis from other soft tissue anomalies in order to avoid unnecessary invasive procedures.