Spindle cell carcinoma is a unique, rare and peculiar biphasic tumour of head and neck which is not frequently observed in the oral cavity.This variant of squamous cell carcinoma BIOTENE H-24 although of monophasic epithelial origin, simulates a sarcoma and is an aggressive carcinoma with high frequency of recurrence and metastasis.A correct and timely diagnosis is of paramount importance.Most of the tumours require an Immunohistochemistry (IHC) panel for confirmation or diagnosis.
We report Canteen a case of spindle cell carcinoma with varied histopathological morphology and clinical presentation in a middle aged female with a brief review of literature.