Summary:
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued full guidance to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on therapeutic sialendoscopy.
Description:
The salivary glands are located around the mouth and the throat. These glands may at times be blocked, usually because of stones. Sialendoscopy involves the use of a flexible tube (endoscope) to enter a salivary gland and to visualise and remove the stone.
Arrangement:
Normal
Topic Area:
Mouth and dental
Specialty:
Oral and maxillo-facial surgery
Specialist advice has been sought from:
Date notified to NICE:
01 January 2100
Provisional consultation date:
Winter 2007
IP Pub Date:
23 May 2007
Contact
Details:
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