[Monomorphic adenoma of basal cells in a minor salivary gland].

Tumors of the minor salivary glands represent 15% of all salivary gland tumors. Monomorphic adenoma is an uncommon histological type that usually is located in the parotid gland, minor salivary glands of the upper lip and less frequently, palate. The clinical and histological features of a case of palatal monomorphic adenoma that was diagnosed and treated in our hospital are described.