2014
DOI: 10.1051/mbcb/2013105
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Ischemic necrosis of the tongue following transoral neurosurgical procedure

Abstract: -Introduction: Postoperative, lingual swelling and necrosis are unusual complications that can lead to life-threatening airway obstruction. We report a case of bilateral ischemic necrosis of the tongue following transoral neurosurgical procedure. Observation: A Davis-Boyle mouth gag was used for tumor exposition and the operation lasted 8 h. At the end of the surgery, we noticed a bluish discoloration with a mild edema of the tongue. The patient had kept intubated in a monitored setting and intravenous steroid… Show more

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