Ultrasound as a non-invasive and painless diagnostic method using ultrasound waves is perfect for the assessment of salivary glands.
During ultrasound examination of the salivary glands, the doctor assesses the size and structure of the submandibular and parotid glands and the surrounding organs. The test is non-invasive, painless and can be performed at any patient's age.
Indications for the examination of the salivary glands
- enlargement of the submandibular and parotid salivary glands
- pressure soreness
- structure change assessed on palpation, as well as suspicion of nodular, neoplastic changes
- suspicion of ductal urolithiasis of the salivary glands
