This study reports a case of myoepithelioma of minor salivary gland on the base of the tongue of a 58 year-old patient. This theme is discussed because it is a rare tumor, and in this case, it was located in an uncommon position. The diagnosis was given by the pathologic and immunohistochemical study of the excised tumor. The course is usually benign, and the cure is possible if it is completely excised.
tumors of salivary glands; myoepithelioma; diagnosis; treatment
