Plunging ranula: surgical management of case series and the literature review
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چکیده
Plunging ranulas are rare; report of this condition is particularly limited in our environment. We present case series in children; with all cases having both oral and cervical components. It is important to note this type of presentation of plunging ranula and their appropriate management.
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دوره 6 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2018