Imaging in Otolaryngology

Mandible-Maxilla and TMJ Overview

Imaging Techniques and Indications The study of choice for evaluating the mandible and maxilla is thin-section bone algorithm CT and CECT . A standard protocol consists of coverage from the orbits to the hyoid at ≤ 1-mm intervals following contrast…

Submandibular Space Nodal Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

KEY FACTS Terminology Submandibular space (SMS) nodal non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) NHL develops in lymphoreticular system You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in…

Oral Cavity Minor Salivary Gland Malignancy

KEY FACTS Terminology Abbreviation: Minor salivary gland malignancy (MSGM) Most common MSGM: Adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACCa) & mucoepidermoid carcinoma (MECa) You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you…

Submandibular Gland Carcinoma

KEY FACTS Terminology Primary malignancy arising in submandibular gland (SMG) Most commonly adenoid cystic (ACCa), mucoepidermoid (MECa), adenocarcinoma (AdCa) You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are…

Sublingual Gland Carcinoma

KEY FACTS Terminology Primary salivary malignancy of sublingual gland (SLG) You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in here

Palate Benign Mixed Tumor

KEY FACTS Terminology Definition: Benign minor salivary gland tumor of palate Abbreviation: Benign mixed tumor (BMT) Synonym: Palate pleomorphic adenoma You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you…

Oral Cavity Abscess

KEY FACTS Terminology Synonyms: Sublingual space (SLS), submandibular space (SMS), root of tongue (ROT), or oral cavity (OC) transspatial abscess OC abscess: Focal collection of pus within OC space(s) May be in 1 space or multiple contiguous spaces (transspatial) You’re…