Ann Oto Rhinol Laryn
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Ann Oto Rhinol Laryn · Jul 2003
Case ReportsAcute edema of the tongue: a life-threatening condition.
Acute macroglossia is rare, but may cause upper airway obstruction requiring emergency intervention. The cause of the problem is often obscure. ⋯ We present several cases of acute edema of the tongue, in 3 cases causing life-threatening airway obstruction. Among these, we present the first case of acute enlargement of the tongue due to the ingestion of artichoke.