Role of ultrasonography in the diagnosis and management of chronic recurrent sialadenitis with sialendoscopy

• 발행기관: 대한구강악안면외과학회
• 저자명: Hyun-Soo Jung In-Seo Chang Jae-yeon Kim In-Seok Song Bo-Yeon Hwang Sang-Ho Jun
• 간행물 정보: 『대한구강악안면외과학회지』제51권 제2호, 117~122쪽, 전체 6쪽
• 주제분류: 의약학 > 일반외과학
• 파일형태: PDF
• 발행일자: 2025.04.30

국문 초록

Chronic recurrent sialadenitis is characterized by repeated inflammation of the salivary glands, leading to ductal structural abnormalities and salivary stasis, often resulting in megaducts. This study evaluates the efficacy of ultrasonography as a diagnostic and follow-up tool for the management of chronic recurrent sialadenitis. Three patients underwent sialendoscopy, which involved ductal dilation, removal of mucous plugs, and steroid administration. Ultrasonography was used postoperatively to monitor changes in ductal structure, including megaduct size, and to assess clinical outcomes. All three cases showed marked improvement in clinical symptoms after treatment. Ultrasonography demonstrated a reduction in megaduct size and provided real-time visualization of ductal and glandular changes. Compared to traditional imaging methods such as magnetic resonance imaging or sialography, ultrasonography offered a practical and safe option for follow-up assessment. This study highlights the utility of ultrasonography as an accessible, non-invasive, and effective tool for evaluating treatment outcomes in chronic recurrent sialadenitis. By offering detailed visualization of ductal changes and facilitating longitudinal follow-up, ultrasonography can optimize the management of this condition.

목차

Ⅰ. Introduction

Ⅱ. Cases Report

Ⅲ. Discussion

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키워드

Chronic sialadenitis Salivary glands Ultrasonography Salivary ducts