Philippe Camus, M.D.

Dijon, France

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XXVIII.i

Tongue involvement (edema, glossitis, hematoma)

See also under VIIIa. Typically acute. May be due to edema, hematoma or rigidity. Increased tongue volume can cause serious breathing difficulties by obstructing the air passage and compressing the soft palate. Asphyxia may ensue. Speedy control of the airway is essential

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Difficult airway by hematoma of the thongue in a patient on anticoagulant therapy.

Revista espanola de anestesiologia y reanimacion 2021 05;68;306-307 — 2021 05 — 306-307