Question 1

Purpose of the Procedure

Accepted Answer

Diagnosing salivary duct obstructions caused by stones Evaluating chronic inflammation of the salivary glands Visualizing the ductal structure without surgery or contrast

Question 2

Target Groups

Accepted Answer

Patients with recurrent swelling of the salivary glands Individuals suffering from chronic dry mouth Patients suspected of having Sjögren's syndrome

Question 3

Technology Advantages

Accepted Answer

Completely painless procedure requiring no catheterization No exposure to ionizing radiation (X-rays) Provides high-resolution images of intra-ductal fluids

Precise Salivary Gland Imaging - Magnetic Resonance Sialography (MR Sialography)