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  • 1Atlanta, GA, USA; Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Woodhull Hospital, Brooklyn, NY, USA; Mona Dental Program, Faculty of Medicine, University of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica.

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Cervical ranula management requires surgical removal of the sublingual gland via an intraoral approach. Understanding key anatomy, including the submandibular duct and lingual nerve, ensures a smoother surgical outcome.

Keywords:
Cervical ranulaOral ranulaPlunging ranulaRanula treatmentSublingual glandSublingual gland surgery

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Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Surgical Anatomy

Background:

  • Ranulas are benign cystic lesions originating from salivary glands.
  • Two types exist: oral ranulas and plunging (cervical) ranulas.
  • Cervical ranulas require specific surgical considerations due to their deeper extension.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the surgical management of cervical ranulas.
  • To highlight the importance of anatomical knowledge for successful sublingual gland excision.

Main Methods:

  • Surgical excision of the oral component of the cervical ranula.
  • Intraoral removal of the associated sublingual salivary gland.

Main Results:

  • The sublingual gland can be effectively removed through an intraoral approach.
  • Awareness of adjacent structures like the submandibular duct, lingual nerve, and sublingual artery is crucial.

Conclusions:

  • Surgical excision of the sublingual gland is the primary treatment for cervical ranulas.
  • Thorough anatomical understanding facilitates complication-free surgical outcomes.