A Rare Case of a large Plunging Ranula with Cervical Extension: Imaging, Diagnosis, and Management

Journal Article

Sadhan, Ra'ed Al . 2010

• Magazine \ Newspaper: King Saud University Journal of Dental Sciences
• Issue Number: 1
• Volume Number: 22
• Pages: 45-50

Publication Abstract

A plunging ranula is a mucous extravasation cyst appearing as a swelling in the submental and submandibular regions. We describe a rare case of massive deep diving cervical ranula involving multiple tissue spaces and extending to the upper mediastinum. A Computerized Tomography (CT) scan revealed the true extent of the lesion and its relationship to the surrounding structures. Other imaging techniques and diagnostic tests are discussed. The unusual course of events following surgical excision of the offending sublingual gland is presented. The relevant literature is reviewed.