Table 1.
Various methods of treatment throughout two time intervals
| Submandibular gland calculi | Years 2004–2008 | Years 2008–2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of calculi through incision of mucous membrane of floor of the mouth in hilar area | 31 | 0 |
| Sialoendoscopy | 0 | 64 |
| Endoscopic removal of calculi | 0 | 40 (62.5 %) |
| Double approach | 0 | 21 (32.8 %) |
| Surgical removal of submandibular gland | 17 | 3 |
| Total | 48 | 64 |