A Pilot Study to Assess the Sialendoscopy-Assisted Transfacial Approach in Parotid Gland Sialolithiasis.
Carlos-Miguel Chiesa-EstombaCarlos Saga-GutierrezEkhiñe LarruscainJosé Ángel González-GarcíaJon Alexander Sistiaga-SuarezXabier AltunaPublished in: Ear, nose, & throat journal (2019)
According to our results and those previously published, the transfacial approach assisted by sialendoscopy can be considered a useful technique. Proper planning ensures an optimal result in the treatment of parotid gland lithiasis. The use of facial nerve stimulator guarantees extra security when working near to a branch of the facial nerve is suspected.