Submandibular Gland Sialolithiasis Presenting as Fistula in the Neck- A Case Report
Journal: Austin Otolaryngology (Vol.2, No. 4)Publication Date: 2015-03-26
Authors : Singh R; Bhagat S; Bhagat R; Singh B;
Page : 1-2
Keywords : Salivary gland fistulae; Submandibular gland; Sialolithiasis;
Abstract
Although sialolithiasis of submandibular gland is common, the occurrence of fistula in the neck secondary to sialolithiasis is rare. Sialolithiasis should be kept as a differential diagnosis in evaluating a patient, presenting with discharging fistula in the neck. We presents a rare case of fistulae in submandibular region associated with submandibular gland stone.
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