Abstract

ARAUJO, Fábio Andrey da Costa et al. Surgical Treatment of calculi in submandibular gland - case report. Rev. cir. traumatol. buco-maxilo-fac. [online]. 2011, vol.11, n.4, pp. 13-18. ISSN 1808-5210.

The obstruction of the salivary glands for calculi is among the most frequent disease of these anatomical structures. Studies show that about 80 to 90% of them affects the submandibular gland. Numerous forms treatment are employed in the removal of calculis of the ductal system. Treatment can range from clinical follow-up to intra or extraoral surgical techniques with preservation or excision of the gland. Factors such as the state of the patient, surgeon experience, size, shape and location calculation directly influence the choice of treatment. This work aims to report a case of surgical excision of salivary calculis with unusual dimensions, in submandibular gland for intraoral technique. The objective is to also hold a discussion types of treatment and its risks and benefits

Keywords : Submandibular Gland; Submandibular Gland Diseases; Calculi; Surgery Oral.