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Recurrent plunging ranula.

Pavai Arunachalam1, Nithya Priyadharshini

  • 1Department of Paediatric Surgery, PSG Institute of Medical Science & Research, Peelamedu, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.

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|December 25, 2010
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Recurrent plunging ranulas, a type of salivary gland cyst, were successfully treated by removing the sublingual gland. This surgical approach offers a definitive solution for persistent ranula cases.

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Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Plunging ranulas are rare, often recurrent, cystic lesions originating from the sublingual salivary gland.
  • Marsupialization is a common initial treatment but has a high recurrence rate.

Observation:

  • Two cases of plunging ranula presented with recurrence after initial marsupialization.
  • Both patients had persistent symptoms despite previous surgical intervention.

Findings:

  • Complete excision of the ipsilateral sublingual gland provided a successful and definitive treatment for recurrent plunging ranulas.
  • This contrasts with marsupialization, which addresses the cyst but not the underlying glandular source.

Implications:

  • Sublingual gland excision should be considered as a primary or secondary treatment for recurrent plunging ranulas.
  • Understanding the origin of plunging ranulas is crucial for selecting effective long-term treatment strategies.