Ultrasound Elastography of Salivary Glands

Elastometry of the Salivary Glands in Sicca Syndrome

Ultrasonography in salivary gland has demonstrated its usefulness to diagnose and follow patients with Sjögren syndrome (pSS). More recently, a new imaging technique allows to study the parenchymal elasticity in salivary glands and could be a new tool to evaluate patients with sicca syndrome and pSS.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male or female
• More than 18 years old
• Consulting in Doppler unit for sicca syndrome or suspicion of Sjögren syndrome
• Consent agreement

Exclusion Criteria:

• No consent agreement
• No sicca symptoms