P106 A rare case of a congenital ranula in a newborn

This report highlights a rare case of a congenital ranula presenting in a newborn. Congenital ranulas are a rare occurrence reported to have an incidence of 0.74%. Ranulas are cystic malformations seen in the floor of the mouth; formed as a result of mucus extravasation into the surrounding soft tissues (pseudocyst), or as a blocked sublingual duct occasionally secondary to salivary duct atresia, ostial adhesion or trauma. This causes the duct to expand forming a mucous retention cyst. They often present as a soft fluctuant swelling with a bluish tinge.

Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Masa Shammout, Masa Shammout, Aya Shammout, Amit Dattani, Kevin McMillan, Rhodri Williams Source Type: research