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Clinical examination (a) extraoral and (b) intraoral
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On clinical examination, the region was hyperthermal and without a fluctuant point [Figure 1a]. When milking the parotid gland to stimulate salivation, a purulent secretion was observed [Figure 1b].
Cone beam computed tomography (a) three-dimensional reconstruction, (b) coronal cut, (c) axial cut, (d) axial cut showing the exact calculation thickness of 7.28 mm
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Ultrasonography of the region and cone beam computed tomography were requested to confirm the diagnosis [Figure 2a-d].
(a) Extraoral drainage, (b) Penrose drain, (c) sutured surgical site
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After 3 more days, extraoral drainage was performed with subsequent placement of a Penrose drain [Figure 3a and b]. The edges of the site were sutured, and the patient was monitored until completely healed [Figure 3c].
(a) Follow-up after 6 months showing complete resolution of the infection (b) with minimal scarring
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