This is a case of swelling in the floor of the mouth in a 45 year old female of 3 years duration. Examination showed mass in the floor of the mouth without ulceration or bleeding from the lesion. Tonguemovement was not restricted. There was no lymphadenopathy of the regional nodes. Computed Tomography scan report was that of chronic sialadenitis. Thorough clinical examinations of other organs system fail to disclose any pathological lesion.
        Incisional biopsy was performed and studied routinely. The sublingual gland was removed and submitted for post-operative evaluation. Cut surface showed microcystic areas, necrosis and hemorrhage. The photomicrographs were taken from the most representative areas of the section examined.

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