Peroral drainage of post-traumatic sialocoeles: report of three cases

Abstract Objective: To discuss the technique and outcome of this simple procedure and the management of post-traumatic parotid sialocoeles, and to review the literature regarding this condition. Case report: We report the successful surgical treatment, by peroral drainage, of three patients with post-traumatic parotid sialocoele resistant to conservative management. Discussion: We discuss the method and outcome of the surgical procedure performed, along with the causes, presentation and management of parotid sialocoele. Conclusion: Correct initial management of a parotid duct injury may prevent the formation of a sialocoele. When conservative treatment of post-traumatic parotid sialocoele fails, we advocate the surgical technique described in this report as it is effective, simple and carries minimal risk to the patient.

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