What is mucoepidermoid carcinoma?

Also known as: MEC, salivary gland cancer

Mucoepidermoid carcinomas are a distinct type of tumor that are one of the most common causes of salivary gland cancer, though they can also impact other areas of the body. These areas include the lungs, breasts, ears and other glands.

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Reviewed by: Maggie Fader, MD

This page was last updated on: 1/29/2019 3:21:13 PM