Mucocele of the glands of Blandin-Nuhn in children: A clinical, histopathologic, and retrospective study

Abstract

Background:The anterior lingual salivary glands (glands of Blandin–Nuhn) are mixed mucous and serous glands that are embedded within the musculature of anterior tongue ventrum.Aim:The present study was designed to describe the clinical and histopathological features.Material and Methods:We investigated the clinical and histopathologic features of 30 cases of mucocele of glands of Blandin–Nuhn. All the cases were seen in the department of pedodontics.Results:All the lesions were located on the ventral surface of the tongue. Lesions were situated at the midline in 24 patients and laterally in 6 patients. All the lesions were surgically treated. There was female predominance, and most patients were younger than 15 years.Conclusion:Histopathological examination showed extravasation type of mucocele, suggesting that trauma may be a frequent initiating factor. All the patients were younger than 15 years.

Diode Laser Excision of Blandin-Nuhn Mucocele

“…The Blandin-Nuhn glands are a small group of mixed mucous and serous salivary glands, with five to seven small duct openings in the oral cavity, situated on the midline of the ventral tongue [1,2,8]. Although BNMs are commonly described as uncommon lesions, several reports exist in the literature [5]. They typically require invasive surgical management, which may be associated with postoperative complications [2,4,5].…”

“…Although BNMs are commonly described as uncommon lesions, several reports exist in the literature [5]. They typically require invasive surgical management, which may be associated with postoperative complications [2,4,5].…”

“…Despite the small size of Blandin and Nuhn glands (8 mm wide and 12-25 mm deep), BNMs can sometimes have large dimensions [4]. Nevertheless, their management with marsupialization is not recommended, leaving surgical excision as the treatment of choice [5,6]. Conventional surgery (scalpel and stitches) may create discomfort, especially in children, as it can involve intraoperative bleeding, postsurgical edema, and related difficulties in chewing and swallowing.…”

The Application of Absolute Ethanol in the Treatment of Mucocele of the Glands of Blandin–Nuhn

“…Most patients are younger than 20 years and female patients may be predominant. 2 – 5 Clinically, the mucocele can present as an exophytic mass resembling a vascular lesion, pyogenic granuloma, polyp, or squamous papilloma. Rapid onset, increase and reduction in size, bluish color, fluid-filled consistency are helpful in diagnosis.…”

Mucocele In Blandin-Nuhn Glands: Case Report And Integrative Review

“…The complete removal of the injured glandular tissues is a challenge to dentists. Thus, well detailed clinical exams, knowledge about lesions that reach those regions and its distinct characteristics and the confirmation of histopathological examinations provides a greater efficacy in the removal of the lesions [4]. This article aims to present a rare case of mucocele in a Blandin-Nuhn gland with the importance of an initial approach, proceeded with a literature review, describing the most important aspects and the main controversies.…”