Imaging of the major salivary glands. (16th October 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Afzelius, Pia; Nielsen, Ming‐Yuan; Ewertsen, Caroline; Bloch, Klaus Poulsen
• Is Part Of: Clinical physiology and functional imaging. Volume 36:Number 1(2016:Jan.)
• Page Start: 1
• Page End: 10
• Publication Date: 2014-10-16
• Subjects: 18F‐FDG positron emission tomography -- computed tomography -- magnetic resonance imaging -- parotid gland -- salivary gland scintigraphy -- sialography -- submandibular gland -- ultrasound; Physiology, Pathological -- Periodicals; Diagnostic imaging -- Periodicals; 612
• DOI: 10.1111/cpf.12199
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1475-0961

Abstract

Summary: The major salivary glands, submandibular, parotid and sublingual glands play an important role in preserving the oral cavity and dental health. Patients with problems of the major salivary glands may present with symptoms such as dry mouth, dysphagia and obstruction of duct, inflammation, severe dental caries or swelling. Imaging plays an important role in visualization of morphology and function, to establish a diagnosis, for treatment, and for surgical planning. There are several options for diagnostic imaging: plain radiography, sialography, ultrasound (US), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), salivary gland scintigraphy and 18 F‐FDG positron emission tomography (PET). We present an overview of the modalities in relation to common salivary gland disease.