Ranula
Lymphangioma, Cystic
Giant ranula of the neck: differentiation from cystic hygroma. (1/11)
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Occasionally, diving ranulas may attain large dimensions (giant ranula); gross involvement of the submandibular and parapharyngeal spaces makes differentiation from other cystic neck masses, particularly cystic hygroma, difficult. As diving ranula and cystic hygroma are managed with different surgical approaches, avoidance of this pitfall is critical. Our purpose was to review the imaging findings of giant ranula and compare them with those of cystic hygroma to define those features that are helpful in differentiating these different disease entities. METHODS: We conducted a retrospective review of all cases of ranulas that had been surgically treated at our institution in a 15-year period. These were compared with cases of cystic hygroma that involved the same anatomic regions. Images were analyzed for anatomic location and morphology, with specific attention paid to those characteristics that might assist differentiation. Giant ranula was defined as any ranula that significantly involved the paraphyngeal space in addition to the submandibular space. RESULTS: Six patients with giant ranula and fifteen patients with cystic hygroma were reviewed. All giant ranulas retained tapered communication with the sublingual space and were homogeneous, thin-walled, anatomically defined, fluid-containing masses. One infected lesion enhanced, and another previously operated lesion demonstrated mild septation. Cystic hygroma commonly did not communicate with the sublingual space and had features of lobulation, septation and heterogeneity. Additional involvement of spaces not typically involved by ranula further assisted differentiation. CONCLUSION: Although giant ranulas may superficially resemble cystic hygroma, several imaging features allow confident differentiation of these two entities. (+info)Two cases of plunging ranula managed by the intraoral approach. (2/11)
Two cases of plunging ranula are reported. Treatment consisted of the total removal of the sublingual gland and evacuation of the cystic contents by the intraoral approach. The cyst remained just after the surgery in both cases, but then gradually regressed and disappeared within two months after the surgery. These findings support total removal of the sublingual gland as being the best method of treatment. We believe that complete dissection of the cyst with cervical incision as well as drainage of the cystic contents are unnecessary when the diagnosis of the plunging ranula is confirmed. (+info)Prenatal diagnosis of ranula at 21 weeks of gestation. (3/11)
A fetal sublingual cystic lesion was diagnosed by routine prenatal ultrasonography at 21 weeks of gestation and followed up until term in a tertiary care center. Fetal growth was normal as was the amniotic fluid volume. Ex utero intrapartum treatment was performed and the cyst was aspirated to allow breathing and swallowing during planned Cesarean section. The cyst was totally excised when the newborn was 27 days of age and histological examination revealed a mucous cyst of the mouth floor. (+info)Acinic cell carcinoma found by recurrence of a mucous cyst in the sublingual gland. (4/11)
This case report describes an acinic cell carcinoma found by a recurrence of a ranula in the sublingual gland. A 42-year-old male was admitted to the hospital of the Tokyo Dental College with a swelling in his right oral floor but without pain. The lesion was treated by windowing the same day under the diagnosis of a ranula, but the swelling appeared again at the same area eight months after the first operation. A resection was performed, and the specimen was sent to the clinical laboratory for pathological diagnosis. Proliferating serous cells were seen in part of the wall of an exudative mucous cyst. PAS staining was partially positive, and immunohistochemical staining for S-100 protein, lactoferrin, and amylase were also positive in cytoplasmic granules. This report concludes that the pathological diagnosis is beneficial in clarifying the reasons for the recurrence of a benign lesion. (+info)Pediatric intraoral ranulas: an analysis of nine cases. (5/11)
An intraoral ranula is a retention cyst arises from the sublingual gland on the floor of the mouth as a result of ductal obstruction and fluid retention. Many techniques for management of ranulas have been described in the literature. The purpose of this study was to analyze our surgically treated pediatric patients with intraoral ranulas and to discuss the results in the light of the literature. Nine pediatric patients (six females and three males) with intraoral ranulas surgically treated were analyzed retrospectively regarding their treatment methods and results. The surgical specimens were also re-examined histologically. Seven cases of superficial, protruded and smaller than 2 cm ranulas were treated with marsupialization (unroofing). Two cases who were previously operated and then recurred had bigger than 2 cm ranulas. In these two cases, marsupialization of the ranula plus removal of the sublingual gland was performed. The most common complication was intraoperative cyst rupture of the ranula, which was noted in four cases. A recurrence was observed in only one case in the 16th months of follow up period. Our findings show that marsupialization is a suitable and effective method for pediatric intraoral ranulas, whereas in recurrent cases marsupialization of the ranula combined with total excision of sublingual gland may be preferred. (+info)OK-432 sclerotherapy of plunging ranula in 21 patients: it can be a substitute for surgery. (6/11)
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Although first-choice therapy for the ranula is surgery, this choice presents technical difficulties and frequent recurrences because of insufficient surgery. We evaluated the efficacy of OK-432 sclerosis of the plunging ranula as a substitute for surgery. METHODS: Twenty-one patients with plunging ranula were treated with intralesional injection of OK-432. The liquid content of the ranula was aspirated as much as possible, after which OK-432 solution was injected in the same volumes as that drawn out. Patients were followed on sonography or CT. RESULTS: Seven (33.3%) patients with plunging ranulas showed total shrinkage and resolution, and 4 (19%) patients showed near-total shrinkage (more than 90% of the volume). Four (19%) patients revealed marked shrinkage (more than 70% of the volume), and 3 (14.3%) patients showed partial shrinkage (less than 70% of the volume). Three (14.3%) patients showed recurrence after total shrinkage 1 month after injection. The overall recurrence rate after each injection was 47% (16 of 34 injections in 21 patients), but the recurrence rate after the last sclerotherapy was only 14%. There were no serious side effects except for fever lasting 2-3 days (12 patients) and swelling (10 patients) for 3-5 days. Mild odynophagia for 1-2 days was also noted in 7 patients, and there was 1 severe case of odynophagia. CONCLUSION: OK-432 sclerotherapy of plunging ranula is a safe and potentially curative procedure that may be used as a primary treatment for plunging ranula before considering surgery. (+info)Pediatric oral ranula: clinical follow-up study of 57 cases. (7/11)
OBJECTIVE: To present 57 cases of oral ranula in children, analyzing the clinical characteristics, treatment and outcome of these lesions. METHODS: The clinical histories of patients diagnosed with oral ranula, seen between 1998 and 2008 at the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Unit of a reference Children 's Hospital (0-14 years) were reviewed. All patients with clinical diagnosis of oral ranula were included. RESULTS: Fifty-seven patients, 21 boys and 36 girls, with a mean age of 5.1 years were included in the study. Thirty-two cases were located on the left side of the floor of the mouth. The lesion diameter varied between 1 and 3 cm in 27 cases, 22 were less than 1 cm, and 8 were larger than 3 cm. Fifty-four cases were asymptomatic and 3 ranulas had pain on swallowing. Twenty-two cases were resolved by opening with a tract dilator and 35 by marsupialization. Seven cases recurred at a mean of 12 months after treatment, three of these from the marsupialization group. CONCLUSION: The majority of the oral ranulas occurred in females, asymptomatic, on the left side of the floor of the mouth, with a mean size of 1 to 3 cm; all lesions were treated by surgery, of which 7 recurred. (+info)Robotic-assisted transoral removal of a bilateral floor of mouth ranulas. (8/11)
(+info)A ranula is a muccele, specifically a type of mucocele that forms in the floor of the mouth as a result of salivary gland obstruction or injury, characterized by a painless, bluish, fluctuant swelling.
A ranula is a type of mucocele, which is a mucus-containing cyst that forms in the mouth. Specifically, a ranula is a mucocele that develops in the floor of the mouth, usually as a result of a blocked salivary gland duct. It appears as a smooth, dome-shaped swelling that is bluish or transparent in color. Ranulas can cause discomfort, particularly when speaking, eating, or swallowing, and they may interfere with normal oral function if they become large enough. Treatment typically involves surgical removal of the cyst, along with any affected salivary gland tissue.
The sublingual glands are the smallest of the major salivary glands located in the floor of the oral cavity, producing saliva that gets released through multiple ducts into the mouth under the tongue.
The sublingual glands are a pair of salivary glands located in the floor of the mouth, beneath the tongue. They are the smallest of the major salivary glands and produce around 5-10% of the total saliva in the mouth. The sublingual glands secrete saliva containing electrolytes, enzymes (such as amylase), and antibacterial compounds that help in digestion, lubrication, and protection against microorganisms.
The sublingual glands' secretions are released through multiple small ducts called the ducts of Rivinus or minor sublingual ducts, as well as a larger duct called the duct of Wharton, which is a common excretory duct for both sublingual and submandibular glands.
Sublingual gland dysfunction can lead to conditions such as dry mouth (xerostomia), dental caries, or oral infections.
Sublingual gland neoplasms are uncommon tumors that originate from the sublingual salivary gland, located beneath the tongue, and can be benign or malignant, with malignant types exhibiting locally aggressive behavior or potential for distant metastasis.
Sublingual gland neoplasms refer to the abnormal growths or tumors that develop in the sublingual salivary glands, which are located beneath the tongue in the floor of the mouth. These neoplasms can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
Benign sublingual gland neoplasms are typically slow-growing and cause little to no discomfort, although they may become large enough to interfere with speaking, swallowing, or breathing. Malignant sublingual gland neoplasms, on the other hand, can grow rapidly, invade surrounding tissues, and potentially spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body.
The most common type of benign sublingual gland neoplasm is a pleomorphic adenoma, while malignant tumors may include mucoepidermoid carcinoma, adenoid cystic carcinoma, or squamous cell carcinoma. Treatment options for sublingual gland neoplasms depend on the type, size, location, and stage of the tumor but often involve surgical excision, with or without radiation therapy or chemotherapy. Regular follow-up care is essential to monitor for recurrence or metastasis.
Cystic lymphangioma is a benign congenital malformation of the lymphatic system characterized by the formation of thin-walled cysts filled with lymphatic fluid, often appearing in the head and neck region or axilla of children.
Cystic lymphangioma is a benign (noncancerous) tumor that develops in the lymphatic system, which is a part of the immune system. It is typically present at birth or appears in early childhood. The tumor is caused by the abnormal development of lymphatic vessels, resulting in the formation of cystic spaces filled with lymph fluid.
Cystic lymphangioma can occur anywhere in the body but are most commonly found in the head and neck region, particularly in the tongue, mouth, and throat. They may also appear in the armpits or groin. The tumor usually grows slowly and can cause various symptoms depending on its location. For example, a cystic lymphangioma in the throat can cause difficulty breathing, swallowing, or speaking.
Treatment options for cystic lymphangioma include surgical removal of the tumor, sclerotherapy (injection of a solution that causes the cysts to harden and shrink), or observation if the tumor is not causing any symptoms. The choice of treatment depends on various factors, including the size and location of the tumor, as well as the patient's age and overall health.
Picibanil, also known as Okinawa picis or Okinawan mold, is a type of fermented brown rice that has been used in traditional Japanese medicine as a biological response modifier to enhance immune function and treat various conditions such as cancer, hepatitis, and chronic fatigue syndrome.
Picibanil is not a commonly used medical term, and it may be more familiar as the brand name for a specific preparation of Group A Streptococcus OK-432. It is an immunotherapeutic agent that has been used in Japan for the treatment of certain types of cancer, such as nasopharyngeal carcinoma and soft tissue sarcoma.
Group A Streptococcus OK-432 is a weakened form of a bacterium that causes strep throat. When administered, it stimulates the immune system to produce cytokines, which are substances that help regulate the immune response. This can enhance the body's ability to fight off cancer cells and potentially slow or stop tumor growth.
It is important to note that Picibanil/OK-432 is not approved for use in the United States and its effectiveness as a cancer treatment has not been extensively studied outside of Japan.
Ranula
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Xanthocanace ranula
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Odontogenic cyst
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Sialocele
Mucocele Ranula Araujo, MR; Centurion, BS; Albuquerque, DF; Marchesano, LH; Damante, JH (Jul-Aug 2010). "Management of a ...
Salivary gland disease
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Gertrude Ticho
Her dissertation was on Ranula under Emil Wessely. In 1946 she completed psychoanalytic training at the Austrian Institute for ...
M. G. Kini
Kini, M. G. (1939). "A case of congenital ranula of the left submaxillary gland". British Journal of Surgery. 26 (104): 947-949 ...
Branchial cleft cyst
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Sublingual gland
Ranulas are the most common pathologic lesion associated with the sublingual glands. Imaging showing the sublingual glands and ...
Oral mucocele
When found on the floor of the mouth, the mucocele is referred to as a ranula. They are rarely found on the upper lip. As their ...
Thyroglossal cyst
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Litoria viranula
The Latin name of this species viranula is a combination of viridis and ranula for green and frog. J I Menzies; Stephen J ...
Cordieritidaceae
Giralt, M.; Hawksworth, D.L. (1991). "Diplolaeviopsis ranula, a new genus and species of lichenicolous coelomycetes growing on ...
Cystic hygroma
... hygroma Same patient after first surgery Same patient after four surgeries After seven surgeries Branchial cleft cyst Ranula ...
Sublingual space
Incision of the plica itself can result in a ranula, or an incision placed medial to the plica can damage Wharton's duct, the ...
Hypharpax
... ranula (Laporte, 1867) (Australia) Hypharpax rotundipennis Chaudoir, 1878 (Australia) Hypharpax sculpturalis (Laporte ...
Xanthocanace
... ranula (Loew, 1874) X. sabroskyi Mathis and Freidberg, 1982 X. seoulensis Miyagi, 1963 X. zeylanica Delfinado, 1975 Loew, ...
Careproctus
1912 Careproctus ranula (Goode & T. H. Bean, 1879) (froggy snailfish) Careproctus rastrinoides P. Y. Schmidt, 1950 Careproctus ...
Oral medicine
... swellings associated with Paget's disease FOM Most commonly salivary calculi and denture-induced hyperplasia Mucocele Ranula ...
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Mucocele8
- A ranula is a mucus extravasation cyst involving a sublingual gland and is a type of mucocele found on the floor of the mouth. (wikipedia.org)
- The lesion is a mucous extravasation cyst (mucocele) of the floor of mouth, although a ranula is often larger than other mucoceles (mainly because the overlying mucosa is thicker). (wikipedia.org)
- A ranula is a type of mucocele, and therefore could be classified as a disorder of the salivary glands. (wikipedia.org)
- Collectively, the mucocele, the oral ranula, and the cervical, or plunging, ranula are clinical terms for a pseudocyst that is associated with mucus extravasation into the surrounding soft tissues. (medscape.com)
- Rarely, the mucocele arises within the submandibular gland and presents as a plunging ranula. (medscape.com)
- This type of salivary mucocele is also referred to as a ranula . (vin.com)
- It also includes apical surgery and removal of small soft tissue lesions like mucocele, ranula, high labial or lingual frenum etc in the mouth. (cleftsurgerymumbai.in)
- Ranula is a blue-looking mucocele located in the anterior part of the floor of the mouth. (yucelenhastanesi.com)
Superior to the mylohyoid muscle2
- Oral ranulas are secondary to mucus extravasation that pools superior to the mylohyoid muscle, whereas cervical ranulas are associated with mucus extravasation along the fascial planes of the neck. (medscape.com)
- Oral ranulas originate superior to the mylohyoid muscle. (aafp.org)
Cases of plungi2
- Retrospective analysis of patient records was performed for a series of 95 consecutive cases of plunging ranula, which presented to our department between January 2001 and February 2010. (springer.com)
- 81 cases of plunging ranula were treated surgically by transoral excision of sublingual gland and evacuation of ranula contents. (springer.com)
Excision of sublingual gland3
- Our objective is to review our experience with treatment of plunging ranula and examine the efficacy of transoral excision of sublingual gland as the principal treatment. (springer.com)
- Sixty-four patients with ranulas underwent surgical procedures which included incision and drainage, marsupialization, ranula excision, and excision of sublingual gland with ranula. (jcohns.org)
- Excision of sublingual gland with ranula should be considered in choosing the primary surgical treatment modality in any type of ranula. (jcohns.org)
Cystic3
- The term ranula is also sometimes used to refer to other similar swellings of the floor of mouth such as true salivary duct cysts, dermoid cysts and cystic hygromas. (wikipedia.org)
- Any cystic structure in the body, including a ranula, has a risk of becoming infected. (dentalfreak.com)
- 6) Ranulas are thin membrane-enclosed cystic masses that are structurally similar to lymphatic malformation, and studies have reported safe and effective results with picibanil as a treatment for ranulas. (kjhno.org)
Marsupialization1
- Needle aspiration is carried out in the form of incision and drainage, marsupialization or surgical removal of the ranula. (yucelenhastanesi.com)
Cervical ranulas3
- Fine-needle aspiration of the contents of oral and cervical ranulas may be helpful in the diagnosis prior to excision and subsequent surgery. (medscape.com)
- Oral and cervical ranulas require complete excision of the oral portion of the ranula, in addition to the responsible gland. (medscape.com)
- The mucus extravasation of the sublingual gland almost exclusively causes cervical ranulas. (medscape.com)
Extravasation1
- Ranulas arise as a result of extravasation of saliva from the sublingual gland. (bvsalud.org)
Plunging Ranula23
- Surgery for plunging ranula: the lesson not yet learned? (springer.com)
- Our series makes a substantial contribution to the number of plunging ranulas reported in the world, and supports the use of transoral sublingual gland excision as first-line treatment of plunging ranula. (springer.com)
- Matt BH, Crockett DM (1988) Plunging ranula in an infant. (springer.com)
- Mahadevan M, Vasan N (2006) Management of pediatric plunging ranula. (springer.com)
- Davison MJ, Morton RP, McIvor NP (1998) Plunging ranula: clinical observations. (springer.com)
- Morton RP, Ahmad Z, Jain P (2010) Plunging ranula: Congenital or acquired? (springer.com)
- Charnoff SK, Carter BL (1986) Plunging ranula: CT diagnosis. (springer.com)
- Parekh D, Stewart M, Joseph C et al (1987) Plunging ranula: a report of three cases and review of the literature. (springer.com)
- Huang SF, Liao CT, Chin SC et al (2010) Transoral approach for plunging ranula-10-year experience. (springer.com)
- Rho MH, Kim DW, Kwon JS et al (2006) OK-432 sclerotherapy of plunging ranula in 21 patients: it can be a substitute for surgery. (springer.com)
- Two varieties of ranula have been reported: a superficial or oral ranula and a cervical or plunging ranula. (bvsalud.org)
- We report a case of an oral and a plunging ranula presenting synchronously and ipsilaterally in a child. (bvsalud.org)
- Plunging ranula causes symptoms like difficulties in swallowing, and speaking. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- Plunging Ranula Formation as a Complication of Dental Implant Surgery: A Case Report," by W. Loney, S. Termini, J. Sisto. (allenpress.com)
- At 5 months postplacement, the patient visited the authors and was sent for magnetic resonance imaging and computerized tomography, which suggested a plunging ranula. (allenpress.com)
- A plunging ranula is a pseudocyst caused by mucus secreted from the sublingual glands, and it is mainly observed on the mouth floor. (kjhno.org)
- Picibanil sclerotheraphy can be considered as the primary treatment of plunging ranula for patients who refuse surgery under general anaesthesia. (kjhno.org)
- 1) For the treatment of plunging ranula, surgical removal is widely used as an initial treatment. (kjhno.org)
- However, cervical incision is unavoidable for plunging ranula due to the location of the tumor. (kjhno.org)
- 4) Thus, the purpose of our case series study was to assess the effects of picibanil sclerotherapy for plunging ranula. (kjhno.org)
- The medical records of 25 patients, who were diagnosed with plunging ranula and received picibanil sclerotherapy as the primary treatment by a single surgeon (HAS) in the National Health Insurance Service Ilsan hospital from January 2010 to December 2019, were retrospectively analyzed. (kjhno.org)
- The diagnosis of plunging ranula was made through physical and radiological examinations. (kjhno.org)
- The formation of the cyst at the base of the mouth under the tongue is called simple ranula, and the cases where the cyst grows from the bottom of the mouth to the neck are called plunging ranula. (yucelenhastanesi.com)
Surgery2
- Surgery may not be required if the ranula is small and asymptomatic. (wikipedia.org)
- In other cases, ranulas develop due to trauma to the floor of the mouth for example, due to oral surgery. (plankhomeopathy.com)
Pathophysiology1
- Harrison JD (2010) Modern management and pathophysiology of ranula: literature review. (springer.com)
Mylohyoid muscle2
- A cervical ranula occurs when the spilled mucin dissects its way through the mylohyoid muscle, which separates the sublingual space from the submandibular space, and creates a swelling in the neck. (wikipedia.org)
- Cervical or plunging ranulas, which penetrate through the belly of the mylohyoid muscle, often produce an externally visible neck mass. (aafp.org)
Salivary glands4
- Ranulas are mucoceles that occur in the floor of the mouth and usually involve the major salivary glands. (medscape.com)
- Specifically, the ranula originates in the body of the sublingual gland, in the ducts of Rivini of the sublingual gland, and, infrequently from the minor salivary glands at this location. (medscape.com)
- The development of mucoceles and ranulas depend on the disruption of the flow of saliva from the secretory apparatus of the salivary glands. (medscape.com)
- Although most oral ranulas originate from the secretions of the sublingual gland, they may develop from the secretions of the submandibular gland duct or the minor salivary glands on the floor of the mouth. (medscape.com)
Recurrence4
- The recurrence of other fluid types or a solid mass with the failure to aspirate fluid indicates that a mass other than a ranula may have been encountered. (medscape.com)
- There is no significant difference of recurrence rate accoding to the type of ranula. (jcohns.org)
- The surgical methods were more important factor than the types of ranula in the recurrence. (jcohns.org)
- In case of recurrence of the ranula in the surgical operation, the ranula and salivary gland are removed. (yucelenhastanesi.com)
Mucoceles2
- Surgical excision with the submission of the tissue for histopathologic examination is the treatment of choice for persistent oral mucoceles and ranulas. (medscape.com)
- Ranulas are mucoceles that occur in the floor of the mouth (generally larger than mucoceles that occur elsewhere in the oral cavity). (msdmanuals.com)
Tongue15
- A ranula can develop into a large lesion many centimeters in diameter, with resultant elevation of the tongue and possibly interfering with swallowing (dysphagia). (wikipedia.org)
- Ranula under tongue is a clear or bluish-colored fluid collection or cyst formed. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- The size of the ranula under the tongue can vary from patient to patient. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- If the size of the ranula under the tongue is small and if it is not producing symptoms then further treatment may not be needed. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- Let's discuss symptoms of ranula under the tongue. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- Ranula under the tongue remains painless and unnoticed until it increases in size. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- A larger ranula under the tongue can cause compression on the windpipe i.e., trachea and cause breathing difficulties. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- Certain risk factors make a patient more prone to getting ranula under the tongue. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- Patients with cancer of the mouth are at a higher risk to develop ranula under the tongue. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- A small ranula under the tongue may not require treatment but if it is getting enlarged or developing symptoms such as difficulties in eating, speaking or breathing then the doctor should be consulted. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- These test helps to confirm the diagnosis and differentiate ranula under the tongue from other disease conditions. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- Keeping good oral hygiene is a must for patients suffering from ranula under the tongue. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- It can prevent further infection and inflammation of the ranula under the tongue. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- Particularly large ranulas can interfere with the normal movement of the tongue, making eating and speaking a challenge. (dentalfreak.com)
- In Ranula disease, physical examination reveals a fluid collection or cyst under the tongue. (yucelenhastanesi.com)
Diagnosis2
- Jain P, Jain R, Morton RP et al (2010) Plunging ranulas: high-resolution ultrasound for diagnosis and surgical management. (springer.com)
- Molero-Osorio A, Santos-Bolívar J, Mencías O, Briceño-Pérez C. Early Prenatal Diagnosis of Congenital Ranula. (americanjs.com)
Clinical3
- A small squamous cell carcinoma obstructing the Wharton duct may require clinical examination to be distinguished from a ranula. (wikipedia.org)
- Zhao YF, Jia Y, Chen XM et al (2004) Clinical review of 580 ranulas. (springer.com)
- Jia Y, Zhao Y, Chen X: Clinical and histopathological review of 229 cases of ranula. (karger.com)
Congenital1
- Congenital ranula (CR) is a rare tumor. (americanjs.com)
Neck2
- A cervical ranula presents as a swelling in the neck, with or without a swelling in the mouth. (wikipedia.org)
- An unusual variant is the cervical ranula (also called a plunging or diving ranula), where the swelling is in the neck rather than the floor of the mouth. (wikipedia.org)
Lesions2
- These lesions are divided into 2 types: oral ranulas and cervical or plunging ranulas. (medscape.com)
- Ranulas, in general, are considered uncommon oral lesions. (dentalfreak.com)
Evacuation1
- Recent studies recommended sublingual gland (SLG) excision with ranula evacuation than simple excision. (kjhno.org)
Mucin1
- The source of mucin content in ranulas is usually the sublingual gland (also occasionally from the submandibular gland duct). (msdmanuals.com)
Viscous2
- The fluid within a ranula has the viscous, jellylike consistency of egg white. (wikipedia.org)
- The fluid inside the ranula is thick and viscous, resembling the consistency of jelly. (dentalfreak.com)
Fluctuant1
- A ranula usually presents as a translucent, blue, dome-shaped, fluctuant swelling in the tissues of the floor of the mouth. (wikipedia.org)
Pathogenesis2
- The exact pathogenesis of ranula is still unknown. (bvsalud.org)
- Besides ductal disruption, partial or total excretory duct obstruction is involved in the pathogenesis of ranulas in some instances. (medscape.com)
Submandibular1
- She was treated successfully with excision of the left submandibular gland and excision of the ranulas fibrous capsule. (allenpress.com)
Retention1
- Ranulas are mucus retention pseudocysts in the floor of the mouth. (aafp.org)
Rarely1
- Ranula is rarely encountered in plunging species. (yucelenhastanesi.com)
Transoral1
- Simple ranula can be removed with a transoral approach. (kjhno.org)
Gland3
- Infection Repeated trauma Bursting and reformation Dysphagia (in the case of a large ranula) Minor trauma to the floor of the mouth is thought to damage the delicate ducts that drain saliva from the sublingual gland into the oral cavity. (wikipedia.org)
- In a simple ranula, the swelling is limited to the smallest salivary gland present in the mouth and throat i.e., the sublingual gland. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- The patients who underwent excision of the sublingual gland with ranula had minimal complications and recovered without any problems. (jcohns.org)
Symptoms2
- What are the Symptoms of a Ranula? (dentalfreak.com)
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Translucent1
- A ranula is a bluish, translucent, fluid-filled swelling found on the floor of the mouth, usually on one side . (dentalfreak.com)
Floor of the mouth1
- The most apparent symptom of a ranula is a bluish, clear swelling on the floor of the mouth. (dentalfreak.com)
Complications2
- Zhao YF, Jia J, Jia Y (2005) Complications Associated with Surgical Management of Ranulas. (springer.com)
- If left untreated, some ranulas might continue to grow, causing further discomfort and potential complications. (dentalfreak.com)
Treatment4
- Patel MR, Deal AM, Shockley WW (2009) Oral and plunging ranulas: what is the most effective treatment? (springer.com)
- An infected ranula can be painful and may require antibiotic treatment. (dentalfreak.com)
- 2 Watchful waiting may be an appropriate medical treatment for oral ranulas. (aafp.org)
- We analyzed the effectiveness and potential risks of currently available surgical treatment modalities for ranula to determine one that was optimal. (jcohns.org)
Rana1
- The term ranula is derived from the Latin word rana , meaning frog. (dentalfreak.com)
Methods1
- Review of literature revealed many diverse methods of treating ranula, with varying results. (springer.com)
Simple4
- It may occur following rupture of a simple ranula. (wikipedia.org)
- A plunging or diving ranula is formed when a simple ranula ruptures. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- A plunging or diving ranula develops due to continuously growing simple or oral ranula. (plankhomeopathy.com)
- Plunging or diving ranulas are even rarer compared to simple ranulas. (dentalfreak.com)
Throat1
- Ultrasound or USG uses sound waves and gives a picture of the inside of the body to help o determine the extension of the ranula into the throat. (plankhomeopathy.com)
Types1
- There are two types of ranulas. (plankhomeopathy.com)
Trauma1
- Trauma such as lip biting or getting hit in the mouth can cause a ranula. (plankhomeopathy.com)
Mouth2
- A cyst on the floor of your mouth is called a ranula, while a cyst on the gum is called an epulis. (colgate.com)
- This photo shows a close-up of a ranula (center) in a person's mouth. (msdmanuals.com)