Major sublingual duct

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Major sublingual duct (also known as Bartholin's duct) is a part of the salivary gland system in the human body. It is named after the Danish anatomist Caspar Bartholin the Younger, who first described it in detail.

Etymology[edit | edit source]

The term "major sublingual duct" is derived from its anatomical location and function. "Sublingual" is a combination of the Latin words "sub" (under) and "lingua" (tongue), referring to the duct's location under the tongue. "Major" is used to differentiate it from the numerous smaller ducts associated with the sublingual gland. The eponym "Bartholin's duct" is in honor of Caspar Bartholin the Younger, a prominent anatomist from Denmark.

Anatomy[edit | edit source]

The major sublingual duct is the largest duct of the sublingual gland, one of the three major salivary glands in the human body. It is located in the floor of the mouth, under the tongue, and opens into the submandibular duct, allowing saliva to flow into the mouth.

Function[edit | edit source]

The primary function of the major sublingual duct is to transport saliva produced by the sublingual gland into the mouth. This saliva plays a crucial role in the initial stages of digestion, lubricating and breaking down food, as well as maintaining oral health by washing away bacteria and food particles.

Clinical significance[edit | edit source]

Blockage or infection of the major sublingual duct can lead to a number of medical conditions, including sialadenitis (inflammation of the salivary gland) and sialolithiasis (formation of salivary stones). Treatment for these conditions may involve medication, non-invasive procedures, or in severe cases, surgery.

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