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A plunging ranula, a type of neck swelling, was surgically removed from a 24-year-old woman. Simultaneous removal of the sublingual gland is recommended to prevent recurrence of this retention cyst.

Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Plunging ranulas present as extensive neck swelling, often mistaken for other cystic lesions.
  • These lesions originate from the sublingual salivary gland, leading to characteristic clinical presentations.

Observation:

  • A 24-year-old female presented with a 3-month history of extensive neck swelling.
  • Clinical examination revealed a polycystic, firmly attached tumor.
  • Surgical excision of the tumor along with the ipsilateral sublingual and submandibular glands was performed.

Findings:

  • Pathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of a plunging ranula, characterized as a retention cyst.
  • The lesion originated from the sublingual gland.

Implications:

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  • Surgical management with complete excision of the plunging ranula and the involved sublingual gland is crucial for preventing recurrence.
  • In extensive cases, concurrent removal of the submandibular gland may be necessary for optimal surgical outcomes.