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Clinical insights on sialography in the era of modern imaging: A case report of 5 cases

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Sialography offers a unique advantage for mapping the salivary duct network and identifying structural inconsistencies. It clearly demonstrates the presence and extent of benign obstructions, dilatations, and ductal variations that may appear only as nonspecific sialadenitis on ultrasonography. Furthermore, the flow and composition of the contrast media provide a therapeutic benefit. This case series, supported by comprehensively annotated procedural images, highlights the merits of sialography as a corroborative diagnostic tool-especially when point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) fails to accurately detect microliths or subtle ductal discrepancies. This article provides an oral healthcare professional's perspective on diagnosing benign obstructive salivary gland disorders.

Source: Radiology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2026.01.045

Authors: Shruti Sambyal, Guru Prasad R, Rajkumari Ranjita Devi, Ajay Kumar Rana, Satish Verma

Institution: Government of Himachal Pradesh

Language: English

Topic: Salivary Gland Disorders and Functions

Subfield: Physiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $600