Ranula

Background

• A type of mucocele

Clinical Features

Ranula under tongue

Mostly seen in young children and adolescents

• Swelling in floor of mouth to side of frenulum (typically unilateral)
  • Color is pale blue with semi transparent appearance
  • Surface is smooth and mucous membrane is mobile over the swelling
  • Size varies from 1 – 5 cm in diameter
  • Tenderness is absent
  • Positive fluctuation and transillumination (if performed)

Disposition

• Outpatient follow up with ENT