Scar-free salivary gland surgery saves six-year-old at Apollo

Metro India News | Hyderabad 

A six-year-old child suffering from recurrent swelling and pain below the jaw due to a salivary gland stone was successfully treated using advanced minimally invasive sialendoscopy at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills.

Dr. Manusrut said the child had repeated episodes of swelling in the submandibular gland region, especially during meals, caused by a stone blocking the salivary duct.

He further explained that using a 1.3 mm miniature endoscope inserted through the natural salivary duct opening, the surgical team removed the stone without any external incision or major surgery. The salivary gland was fully preserved, enabling quick recovery with minimal discomfort and no visible scar.

Dr. Manusrut described sialendoscopy as a significant advancement in the treatment of salivary gland disorders. The technique allows precise diagnosis and management of conditions such as salivary stones, ductal narrowing, recurrent gland infections, autoimmune-related salivary disorders, post-radioiodine therapy complications, and juvenile recurrent parotitis.

He added that patients with salivary duct obstruction often experience repeated swelling near the jaw, pain while eating, dry mouth, and recurrent infections. Earlier, severe cases often required open surgery or even gland removal, whereas sialendoscopy now offers a gland-preserving, scar-free alternative.

Tejasvi Veerepalli said the successful procedure highlights the growing importance of minimally invasive salivary gland endoscopy services and the need for greater awareness and timely referrals for such conditions.