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Can saliva glands be seen on a head ct scan especially the parotid gland or would a neck ct have to be done to see this?

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Dr. Adam Lustig answered

Neck CT: You cannot fully see the parotid glands on a head CT, a soft tissue Neck CT is what you want.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 3/24/2020

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Part of the parotids: might be seen, but not well. Need a neck CT or MRI.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/12/2020

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A member asked:

Can saliva glands be seen on a head ct scan especially the parotid gland or would a neck ct have to be done to see this?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Adam Lustig answered

Dr Juchau agreed

Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

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