Parotid Duct Repair
Pronunciation: pah-ROT-id dukt ree-PAIR
Surgical reconstruction of the Stensen's duct following traumatic injury or iatrogenic damage.
Full Definition
Parotid duct repair involves surgical reconstruction of Stensen's duct (parotid duct) when it has been injured due to trauma, surgical complications, or pathological conditions. The duct, which carries saliva from the parotid gland to the oral cavity, can be repaired through direct anastomosis, ductal stenting, or ductal rerouting procedures. Timing of repair is critical, with immediate repair preferred when possible. Failed repair can result in sialocele formation, chronic infection, or permanent loss of gland function. The procedure requires microsurgical techniques and specialized stenting materials.
Usage
Usage note: Critical procedure requiring immediate recognition and specialized surgical expertise.
In Context
- "Immediate parotid duct repair was performed using microsurgical anastomosis over a silicone stent." — trauma surgery report
- "The parotid duct repair required careful identification of both proximal and distal cut ends." — operative technique description