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Imaging of the sublingual and submandibular spaces

Authors: Swapnil Patel, Alok A. Bhatt

Published in: Insights into Imaging | Issue 3/2018

Abstract

Divided by the mylohyoid muscle, the sublingual and submandibular spaces represent a relatively small part of the oral cavity, but account for a disproportionate amount of pathological processes. These entities are traditionally separated into congenital, infectious/inflammatory, vascular and neoplastic aetiologies. This article reviews the relevant anatomy, clinical highlights and distinguishing imaging features necessary for accurate characterisation.

Teaching Points

• The mylohyoid sling is a key anatomical landmark useful in surgical planning.

• Congenital lesions and infectious/inflammatory processes constitute the majority of pathology.

• Depth of invasion is key when staging tumours in the oral cavity.

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Title: Imaging of the sublingual and submandibular spaces
Authors: Swapnil Patel
Alok A. Bhatt
Publication date: 01-06-2018
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in: Insights into Imaging / Issue 3/2018
Electronic ISSN: 1869-4101
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13244-018-0615-4

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