Physiochemical characterization of a giant submandibular gland stone in a Nigerian patient

Omokanye, H.K.; Wuraola, OloladeAderinola; Baba, Alafara A.; Ologe, Foluwasayo E.

doi:10.1016/j.adoms.2021.100120

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“…Certain factors involving stagnant salivary flow, viscosity of the saliva, deposition of mineral salts, higher calcium and phosphate levels of the saliva secreted by the submandibular gland can lead to the formation of salivary stones. [3,9,16,17] . While the exact etiology remains unknown, there are certain factors which are responsible for the formation of stones.…”

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“…These factors include infection, salivary stasis, deposition of organic and nonorganic substances/bacteria, salivary mucin etc. [4,17,18] . Submandibular gland is most commonly involved than parotid gland and sublingual gland because of the long, tortuous course of the Wharton's duct.…”

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“…While the exact etiological factors remain unknown, saliva is thought to play a role in formation of the salivary stones. The alkaline nature of saliva, high calcium and phosphate concentrations of the saliva within the submandibular gland results in the formation of salivary stones [6,17] . Sialolithiasis varies in sizes and shapes and are usually ranging from 1 to 10 mm.…”

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Clinical case: Removal of a giant sialolith using the transoral approach

Kaur,

Singh,

Grewal

2024

Int. J. Appl. Dent. Sci.

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Salivary gland diseases are often linked to sialolithiasis with mainly involving the submandibular gland and ducts. Sialolithiasis can vary in different sizes, shapes and any measurements exceeding 15mm are considered as giant sialoliths. Swelling to the salivary glands is closely linked to sialolithiasis and is still considered as an infrequent diagnosis. The clinical case involves a 55-year-old male patient with evident swelling to the left submandibular area of the mouth. The correct diagnosis was identified and with the use of a computed tomography (CT Scan) confirmed the presence of a giant sialolith. It is imperative to examine the oral area to identify any tenderness or concerning enlargements and therefore a palpable intraoral was carried on the sialolith.

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Clinical case: Removal of a giant sialolith using the transoral approach

Kaur,

Singh,

Grewal

2024

Int. J. Appl. Dent. Sci.

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Occurrence, physicochemical properties and clinical symptoms of salivary stones (Sialoliths)

Nematollahi,

Keshavarzi,

Hashemi

2024

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An Unusually Large Submandibular Sialolith: A Case Report

Moon,

Bankar,

Kalambe

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Sialolithiasis is among the most common pathological conditions of the salivary glands. It is characterized by blockage of the salivary gland excretory duct or by the formation of calcareous concretions, resulting in salivary stasis and causing salivary gland swelling. Most sialoliths generally arise in the submandibular gland and duct. The size of sialoliths ranges from around 1 mm to 10 mm, with some exceeding 15 mm in dimension. Numerous conservative treatments, including milking and palliative therapy, are effective for accessible small stones. Surgical intervention is necessary when the sialoliths are large, inaccessible, or when conservative therapies fail. The present study reports a patient with large multiple submandibular gland sialoliths, with the largest measuring approximately 16 mm by 10 mm. This case highlights the importance of considering sialolithiasis in patients with submandibular swelling and the necessity of surgical intervention for large stones when conservative treatments fail. The patient's symptoms resolved postoperatively, demonstrating the effectiveness of the treatment approach.

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Physiochemical characterization of a giant submandibular gland stone in a Nigerian patient

Cited by 3 publications

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Clinical case: Removal of a giant sialolith using the transoral approach

Clinical case: Removal of a giant sialolith using the transoral approach

Occurrence, physicochemical properties and clinical symptoms of salivary stones (Sialoliths)

An Unusually Large Submandibular Sialolith: A Case Report

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