Benign Cystic Lesions
9.1 Ranula Introduction A cyst can be defined as a pathologic cavity having fluid, semifluid, or gaseous contents, and not created by accumulation of pus. It does not necessarily have…
Sialadenitis
7.1 Bacterial Infection Bacterial Infections Salivary gland infections are in general not a common condition. The incidence, complications, and mortality rates of salivary gland infections have decreased largely due to…
Salivary Gland Histology
Introduction The histology of salivary glands was established by the end of the 19th century, when some intracellular organelles could be demonstrated ( Fig. 5.1 ). Today, the familiar and…
Salivary Gland Embryology, Physiology, and Stem Cell Complexity
Introduction Salivary glands play an essential role in maintaining oral homeostasis by secreting saliva under unstimulated (resting) and stimulated (neuronal-regulated) conditions. For example, saliva functions as a barrier for bacterial…
Pathology and Molecular Pathology of Salivary Tumors: General Considerations
Prognostic Categories of Salivary Tumors The histologic classification of salivary tumors is difficult in a significant proportion of tumors. The main reasons are that they are rare compared with tumors…
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology, Core Needle Biopsy, and Frozen Section
Introduction Open biopsies are contraindicated because of the risk of tumor cell seeding, which increases the risk of recurrence of both malignant neoplasms and pleomorphic adenomas. Facial nerve injury, wound…
