Surgical management of cervical mucocele associated with ranula in a dog

Abstract

Although salivary glands diseases are rare in canines, however, the occurrence of mucocele has been reported as less than 20 in 400 dogs.1 Salivary mucoceles are formed by the extravasation and accumulation of saliva in the subcutaneous tissue adjacent to ruptured salivary gland or duct system and are surrounded by granulation tissue induced by saliva. Dogs are more commonly affected than cats; however, all breeds are susceptible. Poodles, German Shepherds, Dachshunds, and Australian silky terriers are frequently affected.2–4 The sublingual and mandibular salivary glands are most commonly affected.2–5 This condition can occur at any age.