Abstract
Sialolithiasis is the most common salivary gland disease which has predilection for males and is often seen in adults. Majority of sialolith occur in the submandibular gland and its duct. Giant salivary calculi measure >1.5 cm in size and are uncommon in the salivary ducts. The purpose of this article is to report a case of asymptomatic giant sialolith in the Wharton's duct of a 55-year-old female, which was detected when patient had gone for an Ear Nose Throat examination. Furthermore, literature in English language on giant sialolith in Wharton's duct is reviewed since 1990.
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