Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Partial caudal zygomatectomy for zygomatic sialoadenectomy in a ferret
- Journal:
- Veterinary Record Case Reports
- Year:
- 2022
- Authors:
- Parker, Lindsay A. & Ganjei, Justin
- Affiliation:
- Veterinary Health Center University of Missouri Columbia Missouri USA · United States
- Species:
- rodent
Abstract
Abstract An adult ferret presented with recurrent and progressive left‐sided facial swelling of approximately 6‐month duration. Computed tomography was used to confirm that the sialocele was associated with the zygomatic salivary gland. Using three‐dimensional imaging, a partial caudal zygomatectomy was planned to approach the affected gland and perform a sialoadenectomy successfully. Preserving the rostral portion of the zygomatic arch allowed a normal globe appearance, and avoided undesirable cosmetic effects, including enophthalmia.
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Search related cases →Original publication: https://doi.org/10.1002/vrc2.510