Minimally Invasive Techniques for the Treatment of Benign Salivary Gland Obstruction: A Review

Journal Article · Tue Oct 15 00:00:00 EDT 2002 · Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/S00270-002-1952-7· OSTI ID:21083401

Brown, Jackie E ^[1]

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1. Department of Dental Radiology, Guy's Dental Hospital, Guy's and St. Thomas' Hospital Trust, London SE1 9RT (United Kingdom)

This paper reviews the literature published on minimally invasive techniques developed to treat benign salivary gland obstruction. Techniques reported include extracorporeal and intracorporeal salivary gland lithotripsy, endoscopy and radiologically guided techniques for the extraction of calculi and dilatation of duct strictures. These techniques are described, their advantages and disadvantages discussed and their success rates compared. Recommendations are made on the most appropriate application of each technique.

• OSTI ID: 21083401
• Journal Information: Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology, Vol. 25, Issue 5; Other Information: DOI: 10.1007/s00270-002-1952-7; Copyright (c) 2002 Springer-Verlag New York, Inc; Country of input: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA); ISSN 0174-1551
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

62 RADIOLOGY AND NUCLEAR MEDICINE
CALCULI
DUCTS
EXTRACTION
RECOMMENDATIONS
REVIEWS
SALIVARY GLANDS
VASCULAR DISEASES