Autotransplantation of cryopreserved minor salivary glands: a new approach for management of radiation-induced xerostomia
J Kolahi, M Mansourian - Medical hypotheses, 2010 - Elsevier
To date, it still is impossible to successfully prevent radiation-induced xerostomia. Therefore,
further research, particularly regarding treatment, is urgently warranted. Lower labial
mucosa with its submucosal minor salivary glands (MSGs) of approximately 2.5× 3cm can
be prepared by means of a surgical knife or Ellman Surgitron high-frequency/low-
temperature radiosurgical device. Also we can consider area of the palatine fovea to find
and remove MSGs. We can find locations containing more MSGs via scintigraphy …
further research, particularly regarding treatment, is urgently warranted. Lower labial
mucosa with its submucosal minor salivary glands (MSGs) of approximately 2.5× 3cm can
be prepared by means of a surgical knife or Ellman Surgitron high-frequency/low-
temperature radiosurgical device. Also we can consider area of the palatine fovea to find
and remove MSGs. We can find locations containing more MSGs via scintigraphy …