Sialolith of The Submandibular Gland: A Case Report

Ayrancı, Ferhat; Ömezli, Mehmet Melih; Torul, Damla; Sunar, Çağla; Koc, Leyla

doi:10.19127/mbsjohs.817042

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“…In the present study, 0.7% of sialoliths and 0.2% of calcified lymph nodes were observed on the radiographs. According to the findings of Ayranci et al 32 , calcification of the salivary glands is known to affect one in every 10,000 to one in every 30,000 individuals. These calcifications may obstruct the ductal flow causing acute pain that intensifies with meals.…”

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Prevalence of soft tissue calcifications in the maxillofacial region

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Aim: To evaluate the prevalence of soft tissue calcifications in orofacial region and their panoramic radiographic characteristics using digital panoramic radiographs among patients reporting to a tertiary dental hospital. Methods: 1,578 digital panoramic radiographs were retrieved from the archives and scrutinized for the presence of calcifications. Soft tissue calcifications were recorded according to age, gender, site (left or right). Data were analysed using Chi-square and Fisher’s exact test using SPSS software and a p < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Among the total number of radiographs, calcified carotid artery (34.3%), calcified stylohyoid ligament (21%), tonsillolith (10.3%), phlebolith (17.6%), antrolith (6.3%), sialolith (5.9%), rhinolith (2.5%) and calcified lymph nodes (1.9%) were identified. The most commonly observed calcifications were calcification of carotid artery and stylohyoid ligament and the least commonly observed calcifications were rhinolith and calcified lymph node. A statistically significant association of the presence of calcifications of carotid artery and stylohyoid ligament on the left and right side was observed in females and tonsillolith on the right side in males (p-value < 0.05). Considering the gender and age group, the occurrence of antrolith among males and rhinolith among females of young-adult population, tonsillolith among the males, calcified carotid artery and stylohyoid ligament among the females of middle-aged population was found to be significant. Conclusion: Soft tissue calcifications are often encountered in dental panoramic radiographs. Our study revealed that the soft tissue calcifications in orofacial region were more common in women and were found to be increased above 40 years of age.

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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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“…Salivary calculi are unilateral in most of the cases while bilateral involvement of sialolithiasis is very rare [2] . Sialolithiasis affects 12 in 1000 adult population and middle age groups are most commonly involved, Male > Female [3][4][5] . While the exact etiological factors remain unknown, saliva is thought to play a role in formation of the salivary stones.…”

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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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Management of a Submandibular Sialolith: A Case Report

Basra,

Mohod,

Shinde

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Sialolithiasis is a condition that is characterized by the obstruction of the salivary gland duct opening by calcified mineral deposits due to various factors discussed in this case report. The most common symptom associated with the pathology is difficulty in deglutition, which can often lead to dehydration due to poor water intake. This, in turn further increases the viscosity of saliva which further promotes the formation of sialoliths. The management is dictated by the location and size of the sialolith, and in this case report, the significance of conservative treatment is emphasized while acknowledging the importance of invasive treatment when necessary.

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Sialolith of The Submandibular Gland: A Case Report

Cited by 3 publications

References 16 publications

Prevalence of soft tissue calcifications in the maxillofacial region

Prevalence of soft tissue calcifications in the maxillofacial region

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

Management of a Submandibular Sialolith: A Case Report

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