I think it is the salivary gland.
Salivary duct blockage can be caused by conditions such as salivary stones, infection, inflammation, or structural abnormalities. Factors like dehydration, poor oral hygiene, medications, or certain medical conditions can also contribute to salivary duct blockage.
Stensen's duct is another name for the parotid salivary gland duct
The medical procedure code for the removal of a salivary stone is typically represented by the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code 42310, which refers to "Sialolithotomy, excision of a salivary duct stone." However, it's important to verify the specific code with the most current coding guidelines, as codes may vary based on the specific circumstances and techniques used in the procedure.
The duct of the salivary gland, the facial nerve, and the lingual nerve pass through the salivary gland.
The Salivary duct is like salivary gland and its to make saliva and help the bolus ( soft mass chewed food ) go down the esophagus easily. And saliva contains enzymes which help break down food to form which the body use.
The term -ectomy is used for surgical removal so it will be called ductectomy.
Inside the mouth laterally or under the tongue.
A salivary gland scan is done to help diagnose the cause of dry mouth. It is a test that is done when Sjogren's syndrome, salivary duct obstruction, asymmetric hypertrophy, or growths such as Warthin's tumors are suspected.
Parotid salivary gland duct, also called Stenson's duct.
Wharton's duct is a tubular structure that empties the submaxillary salivary gland - located underneath your lower jaw - to the space just under your tongue around the area where it is connected to the bottom of your mouth by the lingual frenum. Sometimes you can develop a salivary stone (similar to a kidney stone) in these ducts that must be removed by an oral surgeon.
If the pain is located in the jaw or neck with radiation to the ear it may be caused by a blocked salivary duct.