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Role of irradiation in the suppression of parotid secretions

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

A. C. R. Robinson ,
G. G. Khoury  and
P. M. Robinson
A. C. R. Robinson*
Affiliation:
Department of Radiotherapy, University of Leeds, Cookridge Hospital, Leeds LS16 6QB.
G. G. Khoury
Affiliation:
Department of Radiotherapy, University of Leeds, Cookridge Hospital, Leeds LS16 6QB.
P. M. Robinson
Affiliation:
Department of ENT, University of Leeds, Leeds General Infirmary, Great George Street, Leeds LS1 3EX.
*
Dr A. C. R. Robinson, The Christie Hospital and Holt Radium Institute, Wilmslow Road, Withington, Manchester M20 9BX.
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Abstract

Suppression of salivary flow is of value in the management of salivary fistulae and sialectasia. It may also be beneficial in mentally defective patients and those with neurological palsies lacking control of their salivation. Nine patients were treated by irradiation to the parotid gland to control salivary flow; eight had complete resolution of symptoms and one had partial relief. Irradiation was effective as primary treatment and after failed surgery and/or drug treatment. Low doses were effective and there were no significant acute or long-term side effects. Its use avoids long-term medication and their potential side effects and may reduce the need for surgery.

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The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 103 , Issue 6 , June 1989 , pp. 594 - 595
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1989

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