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Plunging ranula in an infant.

B H Matt1, D M Crockett

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City.

Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
|September 1, 1988
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This case study highlights congenital plunging ranula in newborns, expanding the known age range for this condition. Early diagnosis with imaging and surgical excision are key for effective treatment and preventing recurrence.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Congenital Abnormalities

Background:

  • Plunging ranula, a rare condition involving salivary gland cysts, typically affects adults.
  • The congenital presentation of plunging ranula in neonates is infrequently documented.
  • Submandibular masses in newborns warrant thorough investigation for potential ranula involvement.