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Saliva Hypernatrium: An Exploratory Review
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posted on 2019-11-29, 06:53 authored by Cassandra Danskin, Lindsay CareyLindsay Carey, Christa L. Carey-Sargeant, Lillian Krikheli, Eutichia Drakopolous, Amy Heath, Carmen VargasABSTRACT: Purpose: This scoping
review explored the available peer-reviewed literature, plus medical/health
information management records, case studies, expert opinions in the field of
otolaryngology, and other relevant resources relating to the condition of idiopathic
persistent and excessive salty tasting saliva, labelled by the authors as ‘Saliva Hypernatrium’. Method: An exploratory scoping review
was conducted using the Arksey and O’Malley (2005) method to source key
literature and other resources. Results:
A total of 684 articles were initially identified using search terms derived
from conditions relating to taste, salt and saliva. A total of 12 articles were found to be specifically
relevant. Six key themes were discernible
from the 12 articles which identified possible causes for salty saliva having
no currently known medical cause. Discussion
& Conclusion: This scoping review explored the available peer-reviewed
literature, plus medical/health information management records, case studies,
expert opinions in the field of otolaryngology, and other relevant resources
relating to the condition of idiopathic persistent and excessive salty tasting saliva,
labelled by the authors as ‘Saliva Hypernatrium’