| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4122520 | Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery | 2015 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
A ranula is a pseudocystic lesion of the sublingual gland that is found in the floor of the mouth. A simple ranula is found above the level of the mylohyoid muscle and is usually the result of sublingual duct obstruction. A plunging ranula refers to a pseudocyst that occurs with salivary duct rupture and is found below the level of the mylohyoid muscle. Diagnosis is based on a thorough history and physical examination, with imaging as an adjunct. Complete surgical excision, including the involved sublingual gland, is the treatment of choice.
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Authors
Dunia Abdul-Aziz, Eelam Adil,