Submandibular Gland Transfer: A Potential Imaging Pitfall [HEAD & NECK]

CONCLUSIONS: After the submandibular gland transfer procedure, the submandibular and submental spaces lose their symmetric appearances as the transferred submandibular glands become lengthened and located more anteriorly and inferiorly, with variable enhancement characteristics. Familiarity with the postsurgical appearance of the transferred submandibular glands is key to accurate imaging interpretation.

http://www.ajnr.org/cgi/content/abstract/39/6/1140?rss=1

Source: American Journal of Neuroradiology - June 13, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Wu, X., Yom, S. S., Ha, P. K., Heaton, C. M., Glastonbury, C. M. Tags: HEAD & amp; NECK Source Type: research