Mucocele under the tongue of a Hispanic male patient. A mucocele, or mucus retention cyst, is a swollen sac filled with mucus secreted by its inner lining. They can occur on mucous membranes anywhere in the body. They are generally harmless unless they block or obstruct important areas, but are usually removed surgically to prevent any later complications. | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / RICHARD USATINE MD |
Bildgröße: | 3413 px × 2560 px |
Modell-Rechte: | vorhanden |
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