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Sangam G Kanekar¹, Kyle Mannion, Thomas Zacharia

¹Department of Radiology, Penn State University and Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, PA 17033, USA. skanekar@hmc.psu.edu

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This study details the imaging anatomy of the parotid space, covering various lesions and disorders. It guides differential diagnosis using computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging examples.

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Area of Science:

Radiology
Medical Imaging
Anatomy

Background:

The parotid space contains complex anatomy and is prone to various pathologies.
Accurate imaging interpretation is crucial for diagnosing parotid space abnormalities.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a comprehensive imaging anatomy of the parotid space.
To discuss and illustrate non-neoplastic and neoplastic lesions affecting the parotid space.
To aid in the differential diagnosis of parotid space diseases based on imaging findings.

Main Methods:

Review of imaging anatomy of the parotid space.
Discussion of various parotid space pathologies including non-neoplastic lesions, autoimmune disorders, cysts, and neoplastic lesions (epithelial and nonepithelial).
Correlation of imaging findings with disease presentation and differential diagnoses, utilizing computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Main Results:

Detailed description of parotid space anatomy on CT and MRI.
Illustrative examples of imaging appearances for a wide spectrum of parotid space diseases.
Guidance on differentiating between various pathologies based on characteristic imaging features.

Conclusions:

A thorough understanding of parotid space imaging anatomy is essential for accurate diagnosis.
CT and MRI are vital tools for characterizing parotid space lesions and guiding clinical management.
This work provides a valuable resource for radiologists and clinicians managing parotid space pathologies.