Noninvasive treatment for chronic sialadenitis: Case report

Area of Science:

• Dentistry
• Otolaryngology
• Surgical Pathology

Background:

• Submandibular sialolithiasis is a common condition causing neck swelling and pain.
• Surgical gland removal is a traditional treatment for persistent sialolithiasis.
• Conservative management options are being explored for salivary gland stones.

Observation:

• A patient presented with a history of tender neck swelling.
• Clinical and graphical examinations confirmed submandibular sialolithiasis.
• The patient had a palpable stone in the submandibular duct.

Findings:

• Conservative treatment was initiated instead of submandibular gland excision.
• The patient's symptoms improved with non-invasive management.
• A 1-year follow-up indicated acceptable clinical conditions and symptom resolution.

Implications:

• Conservative treatment may be a viable alternative to surgery for submandibular sialolithiasis.
• Non-invasive approaches can lead to favorable outcomes in salivary stone cases.
• Further research into conservative therapies for sialolithiasis is warranted.