Surgical Management of Drooling in Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Naghavi Seyed Ebrahim, Jalali Mir Mohammad
Primary Institution: Guilan University of Medical Sciences
Hypothesis
The study aims to assess the results following surgery for drooling at the Drooling Clinic of Amiralmomenin Hospital.
Conclusion
Submandibular duct relocation with simultaneous sublingual gland excision is a safe and effective procedure for treating chronic drooling.
Supporting Evidence
- Mean drooling score fell from 7.59 to 2.71 after surgery.
- 78.1% of patients had successful long-term results.
- None of the patients reported long-term adverse effects from the surgery.
Takeaway
Doctors can help kids and adults who drool a lot by doing a special surgery that makes it easier for them to swallow saliva.
Methodology
The study reviewed medical records of 32 patients who underwent submandibular duct relocation and sublingual resection, measuring drooling levels before and after surgery.
Limitations
The study only included patients from one clinic and may not represent all cases of drooling.
Participant Demographics
Patients aged 6 to 26 years, with 56.3% male and 43.7% female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.0001
Statistical Significance
p<0.0001
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