Role of Advanced imaging in the Diagnosis of Sialolithiasis- A case report series

Abstract

Radiographic examination is essential in diagnosing a variety of salivary gland pathologies. Plain radiography, sialography, ultrasonography, computed tomography, cone-beam computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and nuclear scintigraphy/positron emission tomography all play roles in the diagnosis of salivary gland pathologies. Each of these imaging modalities has its own advantages and disadvantages. Sialolithiasis is the most common salivary gland disease. In this case series we have discussed the importance of various imaging modalities in the diagnosis of sialolithiasis with the help of five case reports