Mucoceles of the anterior ventral surface of the tongue and the glands of Blandin–Nuhn: 5 cases

Graillon, N.; Mage, C.; Roux, M; Scemama, Ugo; Chossegros, C.; Foletti, J.M.

doi:10.1016/j.jormas.2019.04.005

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“…The Blandin-Nuhn glands are a small group of mixed mucous and serous salivary glands, with five to seven small duct openings in the oral cavity, situated on the midline of the ventral tongue [1,2,8]. Although BNMs are commonly described as uncommon lesions, several reports exist in the literature [5].…”

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“…Blandin and Nuhn mucoceles (BNMs) are rare benign lesions, which develop on the ventral side of the tongue in newborns as well as pediatric and adult patients [1,2]. These lesions are frequently misdiagnosed as conventional mucoceles or ranulas [1][2][3]. Despite the small size of Blandin and Nuhn glands (8 mm wide and 12-25 mm deep), BNMs can sometimes have large dimensions [4].…”

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Diode Laser Excision of Blandin-Nuhn Mucocele

Falco

Venere

Maiorano

2020

Cureus

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Diode Laser Excision of Blandin-Nuhn Mucocele

Falco

Venere

Maiorano

2020

Cureus

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“…MGBN is described as a relatively rare lesion, with only 2.5% of mucocele lesions occurring on the tongue in the region of the glands of Blandin-Nuhn. 3,5,12 However, the low prevalence of MGBN may also be due to a neglected or inconclusive diagnosis and mainly due to the fact that mucocele in these glands has thin walls, suffering easy rupture. 13 The glands of Blandin-Nuhn are mucous and serous salivary glands situated on both sides of the midline of the ventral tongue surface, embedded in the muscles of the ventral tongue, and covered with a thin layer of mucosa.…”

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“…The histopathological examination is important in order to confirm the diagnosis since MGBNs share similar clinical characteristics with vascular anomalies, pyogenic granuloma, fibrous hyperplasia and squamous papilloma, depending on the degree of vascularization and the atrophy of the acinus. 1 Other lesions such as lipoma or mucoepidermoid carcinoma 12 may also be clinically similar to MGBN.…”

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Management of Mucocele of the Glands of Blandin-Nuhn With a High-Intensity Laser: A Case Report

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Introduction: The glands of Blandin–Nuhn are mucous and serous salivary glands situated on both sides of the midline of the ventral surface of the tongue. In this area, a mucocele generally results from trauma. The diagnosis of mucoceles is based on clinical and histopathological examinations and the recommended treatment is surgical excision. Case Report: This report describes a case of mucocele of the glands of Blandin-Nuhn (MGBN) affecting a 20-year-old male. Oval-shaped swelling with a smooth and bright surface of soft consistency was observed on the ventral surface of the individual’s tongue. The diagnostic hypothesis was mucocele. Surgical excision was performed in a single session with a diode laser. A histopathological examination revealed mucus extravasating into connective tissue, with foamy macrophages and granulation tissue. Conclusion: The high-intensity laser was a safe and effective tool for treating MGBN. No need for a suture, minimal or no intraoperative bleeding, and a minimal report of pain and edema by the patient were observed. A diode laser may be a helpful tool because it is less invasive and it is safe and effective.

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“…An episodic decrease and increase in size, corresponding to rupture and subsequent mucin production, may be observed.1 These lesions are often asymptomatic, however, they can cause interference with speech and mastication and sometimes suffocation or dysphagia as they grow in size. [9]…”

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Mucocele of Blandin and Nuhn: Review of Literature and A Novel Treatment Approach

Singhal¹

2021

J Pediatr Dent

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Mucocele of Blandin and Nuhn occur on the ventral surface of the tongue. Various treatment modalities, which include surgery, laser ablation, cryosurgery, sclerotherapy, micro-marsupialization, have been used for its management. The use of intralesional sclerosing agent or corticosteroid is a good alternative non-surgical procedure that can be performed in a short span of time, economical, esthetically more beneficial than surgical methods. This article presents a case report with a review of the literature regarding Blandin and Nuhn mucocele that was treated with an unconventional mode of treatment in the present case.

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Mucoceles of the anterior ventral surface of the tongue and the glands of Blandin–Nuhn: 5 cases

Cited by 13 publications

References 9 publications

Diode Laser Excision of Blandin-Nuhn Mucocele

Diode Laser Excision of Blandin-Nuhn Mucocele

Management of Mucocele of the Glands of Blandin-Nuhn With a High-Intensity Laser: A Case Report

Mucocele of Blandin and Nuhn: Review of Literature and A Novel Treatment Approach

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