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Beyond the Lower Lip: Blandin–Nuhn Cyst—Clinicopathological Insights into a Rare Extravasation Mucocele of the Tongue

Garima Sinha, Avinash Kumar, Aanieq Moghal, Chirag Titoria, Meetali Lakra

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Journal of ENT and Allied Sciences 11(1):p 29-32, Jan -June 2026. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/jeas.2456.5024.11126.3

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Avinash Kumar, Aanieq Moghal, Garima Sinha et. al, Beyond the Lower Lip: Blandin–Nuhn Cyst—Clinicopathological Insights into A Rare Extravasation Mucocele of the Tongue. J ENT Allied Sci 2026; 11(1): 29–32.

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Received : April 04, 2026         Accepted : May 09, 2026          Published : June 30, 2026

Abstract

Blandin–Nuhn cysts are uncommon mucous retention or extravasation lesions originating from the minor salivary glands located on the ventral surface of the tongue. Owing to their infrequent occurrence and variable clinical appearance, these lesions are often misdiagnosed as Ranulas, vascular anomalies, or benign soft-tissue tumors. Clinically, they present as painless, soft, fluctuant swellings that may fluctuate in size and occasionally cause functional discomfort. We report a case of 8 year old child who came to ENT opd with gradually progressing swelling on the ventral surface of tongue. Diagnosis was established through histopathological examination following complete surgical excision.

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We would like to express our gratitude to the patients, their families, and all those who have contributed to this study.

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Avinash Kumar, Aanieq Moghal, Garima Sinha et. al, Beyond the Lower Lip: Blandin–Nuhn Cyst—Clinicopathological Insights into A Rare Extravasation Mucocele of the Tongue. J ENT Allied Sci 2026; 11(1): 29–32.

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Received Accepted Published
April 04, 2026 May 09, 2026 June 30, 2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/jeas.2456.5024.11126.3

Keywords

Blandin Nuhn cystMucus retention cystExtravasation cystMucocele

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