Parotidectomy versus limited resection for benign parotid masses.

Parotidectomy for benign parotid masses in 86 patients has been reviewed. Morbidity, although common, was mild and transient. Recurrence and permanent facial nerve weakness did not occur in any patient with 5 to 13 year follow-up. Superficial and conservative parotidectomies remain the procedures of choice for most benign tumor masses.