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Temporomandibular joint dislocation after an upper endoscopy: a complication to consider.
Antonio M ª Caballero-Mateos1, Antonio José Ruiz-Rodríguez1, Joaquín García-Márquez1
1Digestivo, Hospital Universitario Clínico San Cecilio.
Revista Espanola De Enfermedades Digestivas
|January 8, 2020
Summary
A rare temporomandibular joint dislocation can occur after upper endoscopy. Sedation during the procedure may increase the risk of this complication.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Otolaryngology
- Anesthesiology
Background:
- Upper endoscopy is a common diagnostic procedure.
- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dislocation is a known, albeit infrequent, complication of procedures involving the head and neck.
Observation:
- A specific case of TMJ dislocation was noted following an upper endoscopy.
- This observation prompted an investigation into the incidence and potential causes.
Findings:
- Literature review indicates TMJ dislocation post-endoscopy is rare.
- Sedation administered during endoscopy is identified as a potential contributing risk factor.
Implications:
- Awareness of this risk is crucial for clinicians performing upper endoscopies.
- Consideration of sedation protocols may help mitigate TMJ dislocation risk.
- Further research is warranted to confirm the association between sedation and TMJ dislocation.
