The duct of Rivinus, also known as the minor sublingual duct, are numerous small ducts that drain saliva from the sublingual gland into the floor of the mouth. These ducts collectively form what is referred to as the duct of Rivinus.
Key Aspects of the Duct of Rivinus:
- Function: Drains saliva from the sublingual gland.
- Location: Opens into the floor of the mouth.
- Structure: Multiple small ducts, not a single duct. The reference confirms that it consists of numerous small ducts.
- Alternate Name: Also known as the minor sublingual duct.
