Parotidectomy

Creator: Dr. Lakshmi Venkataraman
Keywords: Parotoid gland swelling, Parotoid gland swelling Glossary, glossary for Parotoid gland swelling

Written by Dr. Lakshmi Venkataraman, MD

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD

Last Updated on May 22, 2017

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Glossary

Parotid glands: Salivary glands near the ears that open into the cheeks.

Parotidectomy: Surgical removal of the parotid glands.

Abscess: A localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue.

Inflammation: A response of redness, swelling, pain, and a feeling of heat in certain areas which is meant to protect tissues affected by injury or disease.

Infection: Invasion of the body by agents (bacteria, viruses or fungi) that cause disease or tissue damage.

Sialadenitis: Salivary gland infection.

Fascia: Sheet of thick-fibrous tissue beneath the skin. Fascia also encloses muscles and other structures.

Anesthesia: Loss of sensation resulting from the administration of certain drugs or gases.

Sialocele: A sialocele is a localized, subcutaneous cavity containing saliva.

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