title: Plunging ranula: a report of two cases.
abstract: Plunging ranula, a rare differential diagnosis of cervicofacial masses is presented in two Nigerian patients. The authors highlight the pathophysiology and treatment methods of this condition. It is suggested that clinicians be aware of the various modes of presentation and natural history of the disease to facilitate prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
authors.affiliation: Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, Borno State, Nigeria.
authors.forename: H O
authors.initials: HO
authors.lastname: Olasoji
authors.forename: A A
authors.initials: AA
authors.lastname: Tahir
authors.forename: G T
authors.initials: GT
authors.lastname: Arotiba
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011900:Ranula / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery