Evaluate parotid gland enlargement. Possible sarcoidosis. None in views CT of soft tissues of neck:Limited value exam due to lack of intravenous contrast. This study was performed without the benefit of contrast as it was requested by clinical service.Images through the skull base, paranasal sinuses and bilateral petrous bones are unremarkable.Examination demonstrates normal low attenuation of parotid glands bilaterally. The left parotid gland appears a slightly larger than the right however with similar normal appearing density. Very small nodes within the left parotid measuring approximately 5 mm in size are identified. These findings were observed on prior MRI examination and show no change. The fascial planes surrounding the parotid glands remain within normal limits.Images through the rest of the neck demonstrate no evidence of a mass or any pathologic adenopathy.
Essentially unremarkable CT of soft tissues of neck and without enhancement. Minimally larger left parotid gland however the normal density and morphology. Very small sub-centimeter lymph node in the left parotid is noted.