2010
DOI: 10.1017/s002221511000143x
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Unilateral tongue angioedema caused by angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor

Abstract: Unilateral angioedema of the tongue is a rare adverse reaction to angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. Early recognition may prevent unnecessary surgical intervention and complications.

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“…This is a very rare angioedema presentation with few cases reported in the literature. [7][8][9][10][11][12][13] The cause of this specific involvement remains uncertain, but one theory states that unilateral edema might be the progression over time to bilateral edema. 14 Although rare, this presentation should be considered in this diagnosis due to the risk of progression to airway obstruction.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…This is a very rare angioedema presentation with few cases reported in the literature. [7][8][9][10][11][12][13] The cause of this specific involvement remains uncertain, but one theory states that unilateral edema might be the progression over time to bilateral edema. 14 Although rare, this presentation should be considered in this diagnosis due to the risk of progression to airway obstruction.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%