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Plunging ranula: a bilateral presentation.

N A Barnard1

  • 1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Chester Royal Infirmary.

The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
|April 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Bilateral plunging ranulae, rare salivary gland cysts, presented as neck swellings. Their asynchronous appearance and cervical location posed diagnostic challenges, requiring diverse treatment approaches.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Head and Neck Surgery

Background:

  • Ranulae are rare benign cysts originating from the salivary glands, typically the sublingual gland.
  • Plunging ranulae extend beyond the floor of the mouth into the neck, posing diagnostic and management challenges.
  • Bilateral and asynchronous presentations are exceptionally uncommon, further complicating clinical assessment.

Observation:

  • A case report detailing a patient with bilateral plunging ranulae.
  • The ranulae manifested asynchronously, initially presenting solely as cervical swellings.
  • Cervical presentation without typical oral floor involvement complicated initial diagnosis.

Findings:

  • Diagnostic difficulties were encountered due to the unusual clinical presentation of bilateral plunging ranulae.
  • The study highlights the importance of considering ranulae in the differential diagnosis of cervical swellings.
  • Various treatment modalities were considered and discussed in the context of this complex case.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the need for a high index of suspicion for plunging ranulae in patients with unexplained cervical masses.
  • Understanding the diverse clinical presentations is crucial for timely and accurate diagnosis.
  • Optimal management strategies for plunging ranulae require careful consideration of individual patient factors and cyst characteristics.

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