This review of the efficacy and safety of sialendoscopy in the treatment of obstructive diseases of the major salivary glands included 91 studies. The findings indicate and overall success rate of 80.9% (76.6 to 84.6 %) although all the included studies are observational, mainly retrospective and at medium to high risk of bias.
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This review of parotid gland tumours and mobile phone use included 3 case-controlled studies and hints at a possible association. However the limited evidence means that the findings should be viewed very cautiously.
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49 observational studies were included in this review of sialendoscopy for obstructive salivary disease. The findings suggest a successful resolution for sialendoscopy alone of 76% (95% CI; 71 to 82%) and 91% (95% CI; 88 to 94%) for sialendoscopy and surgery.
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13 retrospective studies were included in this review comparing superficial and total conservative parotidectomy approaches for the management of benign parotid tumours. The review suggests that superficial approach is better but the quality of the evidence is low.
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