Submandibular duct sialolithiasis : an unusual presentation.
Multiple calculi in a submandibular gland duct is an uncommon occurrence. One such case occurring in a young boy of 25 years is reported here where thirteen very small stones of 1-3 mm of maximum diameter were lined up in the Wharton's duct in such a way that they were difficult to appreciate on inspection and palpation. Successful exploration was done in two steps.
Shafi
Muhammad
M
Department of ENT, District Govt. Hospital, Paretabad, Hyderabad. shafinabi@hotmail.com
Jafferi
Soulat
S
D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D018987:Salivary Ducts; D015494:Salivary Gland Calculi / Q000737:chemistry / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery