Proposal for standardized ultrasound analysis of the salivary glands: Part 1 submandibular gland.
Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol
; 9(1): e1224, 2024 Feb.
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in En
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| ID: mdl-38362174
ABSTRACT
Objectives:
The Salivary Gland Committee of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery seeks to standardize terminology and technique for ultrasonograpy used in the evaluation and treatment of salivary gland disorders.Methods:
Development of expert opinion obtained through interaction with international practitioners representing multiple specialties. This committee work includes a comprehensive literature review with presentation of case examples to propose a standardized protocol for the language used in ultrasound salivary gland assessment.Results:
A multiple segment proposal is initiated with this focus on the submandibular gland. We provide a concise rationale for recommended descriptive language highlighted by a more extensive supplement that includes an extensive literature review with additional case examples.Conclusion:
Recommendations are provided to improve consistency both in performing and reporting submandibular gland ultrasound.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Type of study:
Guideline
Language:
En
Journal:
Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol
Year:
2024
Type:
Article