Minimally Invasive Techniques for Management of Salivary Gland Pathology

Abstract

Purpose. The goal of this article is to describe the technique used at our institution and highlight potential pitfalls during sialendoscopy. Discussion. Indication for sialendoscopy, sialendoscopy technique are discussed. Results. Despite the high reported success rates with sialendoscopy, the procedure is deemed to be technically challenging and correlation between success rates and operator experience has been shown. Conclusion. Sialendoscopy is a minimally invasive technique that is gradually replacing the classic open surgical approach to the treatment of obstructive salivary gland diseases as the standard of care.