A case of macroglossia due to lymphangioma is reported. This rare pathology is characterized by slow-growth. When huge dimensions are reached, clinical symptoms are represented by dysphagia, breathing distress, difficulty in chewing and speaking and the appearance of inflammatory processes in the exposed part of tongue. The Authors describe the surgical strategy performed in the reported case.
Lymphangioma of the tongue. A case report
Galie' M;
2000
Abstract
A case of macroglossia due to lymphangioma is reported. This rare pathology is characterized by slow-growth. When huge dimensions are reached, clinical symptoms are represented by dysphagia, breathing distress, difficulty in chewing and speaking and the appearance of inflammatory processes in the exposed part of tongue. The Authors describe the surgical strategy performed in the reported case.File in questo prodotto:
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