Pneumoparotid with imaging findings: A case report and review of literature

Figure 1 Foamy saliva flowing out of the left Stensen’s duct.

Figure 2 Ultrasound evaluation. A: Swelling and hyperechoic areas, suspected of containing air bubbles, are scattered in the left parotid gland; B: A belt-like hyperechoic region, suspected of containing air bubbles, is noted along the left Stensen’s duct.

Figure 3 Computed tomography scans reveal swelling of the left cheek. Marked dilation with air density is observed extending from the left Stensen’s duct to the intraparotid duct. No subcutaneous emphysema is noted.