Multiple Submandibular Duct (Wharton’s Duct) Stones
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Obstruction is a common problem of major salivary glands, and the most common cause is salivary calculi. The most frequent locations of sialolithiasis are submandibular gland and its duct; the vast majority of them are found in Wharton’s duct. Wharton’s duct stones are frequently single, and multiplicity is uncommon. Only about 5% of cases have more than two calculi. Based on the location and size of stone(s), there are different options for the treatment of sialolithiasis. Therefore, radiologic imaging has an important role in the diagnosis and management of sialolithiasis. In this study, we presented an uncommon case of sialolithiasis with six stones within submandibular duct that CT scan detected them accurately.
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