Mucocele of salivary gland
MONDO:0001600A benign cyst located in the salivary gland that is lined by epithelium and filled with mucoid fluid, tissue, or other material; it is usually caused by duct obstruction.
Also known as: mucous retention cyst of salivary gland, ranula, salivary cyst, salivary gland mucocele
4 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New 3D X-Ray technique could replace MRI for salivary gland diagnosis
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a 3D cone-beam CT scan (a type of X-ray) can diagnose non-cancerous salivary gland diseases as well as MRI. Fifty adults with symptoms like swelling or pain in their salivary glands underwent both imaging methods. The goal was to see if the 3D-CBCT could…
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Global experts aim to settle debate on ICU airway care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study brings together 35 healthcare professionals from around the world to agree on the best methods for clearing mucus from the airways of intubated, critically ill patients. Using a Delphi process, experts will vote on statements about humidification, inhaled therapies, su…
Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC