Imperforate submandibular duct presenting as feeding difficulties

Imperforate submandibular duct in an infant

“…Although characteristic findings on oral examination can diagnose imperforate SMD, the diagnosis is best made on imaging studies. The imaging findings have been previously documented in six cases of imperforate SMD; five using magnetic resonance imaging and one on CT scan 5,7 . Herein, we describe findings in our patient on CT scan and USG showing the pathognomonic appearance of a dilated fluid‐filled lobulated tubular structure along the anatomical course of Wharton's duct.…”

“…The imaging findings have been previously documented in six cases of imperforate SMD; five using magnetic resonance imaging and one on CT scan. 5,7 Herein, we describe findings in…”