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Salivary Gland Biopsy
Alternate Names : Biopsy - Salivary Gland
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Risks
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Injury to the facial or trigeminal nerve (rare)
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Allergic reaction to the anesthetic
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• Definition
• Why is the Test Performed?
• How is the Test Performed?
• How to Prepare for the Test?
• How will the Test Feel?
• Normal Values
• What do Abnormal Results Mean?
• Risks
• Pictures & Images
Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Salivary Gland Tumors
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• Tumor
Tests & Exams
• Biopsy
Other Topics
• Adolescent Test or Procedure Preparation
• Allergic Reactions
• Infant Test/Procedure Preparation
• Preschooler Test/Procedure Preparation
• School Age Test/Procedure Preparation
• Surgical Excision
• Toddler Test/Procedure Preparation
Review Date : 7/18/2003
Reviewed By : Jason Newman, M. D., Department of Otolaryngology, Kaiser Permanente Medical Group, Washington, DC. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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