Click for:  Patient information about salivary swelling (sialadenitis) at the University of Iowa 

 

also:  Salivary Gland Swelling - Classification by Disease Processes Affecting the Glands  and Salivary Swelling

 

An initial videotelemedicine visit permits the doctor to

a. obtain a detailed history

b. review radiographic images (CT/other)

c. do a limited physical exam (observe via video)

 and

d. share information with the patient from the Iowa Protocols

as per the algorithm below

to maximize the value of the planned in-clinic visit through appropriate preparation