The Effect of Endoscopy-assisted Transoral Parotid Gland Tumor Excision Compared With Traditional Operation

The buccal mucosa was incised in front of the mandibular ligament of the inner wing of the mouth, the submucosal tissue was separated, and important structures such as the buccal nerve, parotid duct, and facial nerve were protected. The tumor was completely resected while preserving the parotid gland.

The Blair S-shaped incision was made through an anterior auricular incision. After cutting the skin, the flap was reflapped. The greater auricular nerve and facial nerve were separated and protected, and the tumor was completely resected.