Modern Possibilities of Ultrasound Diagnostics of Salivary Gland Tumors

This study investigates the modern possibilities of ultrasonographic diagnostics in identifying salivary gland tumors. The research is based on clinical observations and comparative analysis of 80 patients examined through B-mode ultrasound, Doppler imaging, elastography, and contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS). The findings demonstrate that advanced ultrasonographic methods significantly increase the diagnostic accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity in differentiating benign and malignant tumors. Elastography and CEUS proved particularly effective in assessing tissue stiffness and vascular perfusion, providing crucial insights into tumor morphology and biological activity. The study highlights that ultrasound examination, due to its non-invasive, safe, and cost-effective nature, remains one of the most valuable diagnostic tools in clinical radiology for early detection and assessment of salivary gland neoplasms.