Histopathological Spectrum of Salivary Gland Lesions: A Study in a Tertiary Care Hospital of Bangladesh

Background: Salivary gland lesions encompass a range of benign and malignant tumors, inflammatory conditions, and developmental anomalies. Histopathological examination plays a critical role in accurate diagnosis and management. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the histopathological spectrum of salivary gland lesions, focusing on their frequency, distribution, and associated clinical characteristics in a sample of patients. Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted at the Department of Pathology, Rajshahi Medical College, Rajshahi, from July 2022 to June 2023. A total of 52 cases of salivary gland lesions were enrolled through purposive sampling. Specimens were processed using standard histological techniques, including hematoxylin and eosin staining, followed by histopathological examination. Data were analyzed using MS Office tools. Results: The study included 63% male and 37