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E Puricelli1, D Ponzoni, F E Artuzi
1Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Rua Ramiro Barcelos 2492, 90035-003, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil.
Abstract:
Angioneurotic oedema is an acute swelling involving the submucosal or subcutaneous tissues; it is most often located in the oral and maxillofacial region, which can result in upper airway obstruction. Its aetiology is frequently associated with immunoglobulin-mediated hypersensitivity reactions that elicit a heightened inflammatory response. The objective of this study was to report the case of a patient who developed an episode of angioneurotic oedema following combined orthognathic surgery. Pharmacological and nonpharmacological interventions used in the treatment of this important clinical condition are described and discussed.
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