Salivary Gland Tumors: Minor vs Major Glands
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Which gland is less commonly affected by Sialolithiasis?

  • Submandibular gland
  • Sublingual gland
  • Parotid gland (correct)
  • Lacrimal gland

What is a potential complication of parotid gland surgery?

  • Sialocoele
  • Frey's syndrome (correct)
  • Sialolithiasis
  • Submandibular gland inflammation

Which technique can prevent Sialolithiasis?

  • Regular dental check-ups
  • Adequate hydration (correct)
  • Regular gland massages
  • Avoiding acidic foods

What can be a symptom of facial nerve weakness?

<p>Drooping eyelid (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Sialocoele?

<p>A glandular cyst (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the incidence rate of malignancy in minor salivary gland tumors?

<p>90 per cent (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common complication of parotid gland surgery?

<p>Facial nerve weakness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of Frey’s syndrome following parotid gland surgery?

<p>Aberrant regeneration of nerve fibers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a preventative technique for facial nerve weakness during parotid gland surgery?

<p>Aggressive tissue dissection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a sialocoele?

<p>A cystic swelling caused by salivary gland obstruction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which clinical feature is NOT commonly associated with malignant salivary tumors?

<p>No treatment required (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition is characterized by gustatory sweating and flushing after parotid gland surgery?

<p>Frey’s syndrome (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is used to prevent Frey’s syndrome after parotid gland surgery?

<p>Implantation of SMAS flap (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a complication of parotid gland surgery?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the plain radiographic appearance of a Stafne bone cyst?

<p>A well-defined radiolucent lesion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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