A Novel Approach for the Treatment of Sialolithiasis that Preserves Salivary Duct Anatomy.

Published in: The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology (2021)

We successfully treated salivary gland stones, including L3b stones, in our patient cohort with sialendoscopy combined with pneumatic lithotripsy. The lithotripsy method that we have adapted seems to be more useful and cost-effective compared to its alternatives. We were also able to preserve the ductus anatomy and relieve patients' concerns.Level of Evidence: Level IV.

Keyphrases

urinary tract
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
prognostic factors
case report
patient reported outcomes
combination therapy
replacement therapy