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==Typical Signalment==
*most common in the dog
==Description==
An accumulation of mucoid saliva following salivary duct rupture or obstruction usually post trauma. It most commonly affects the sublingual and mandibular glands. The saliva accumulates in one of three places:
# '''Cervical mucocele''': The most common site, develop caudal and ventral to the mandible and is usually to one side but may also be in the midline.
# '''Ranula''': An elongated swelling on the sublingual tissues on the mouth floor that can interfere with eating.
# '''Pharyngeal wall''': A less common site, may interfere within breathing and eatting.
==Diagnosis==
===Clinical Signs===
===Laboratory Tests===
===Diagnostic Imaging===
==Treatment==
==Prognosis==
==References==
Hall, E.J, Simpson, J.W. and Williams, D.A. (2005) '''BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Gastroenterology (2nd Edition)''' ''BSAVA''
Merck & Co (2008) '''The Merck Veterinary Manual'''