Imaging of the sublingual and submandibular spaces.

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Imaging of the sublingual and submandibular spaces.

Insights Imaging. 2018 Apr 19;:

Authors: Patel S, Bhatt AA

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.

PMID: 29675626 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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