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Aglossia: a case report

K C Khalil1, P K Dayal, R Gopakumar

  • 1Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, A.B. Shetty Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, India.

Quintessence International (Berlin, Germany : 1985)
|May 1, 1995
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This report details a rare case of aglossia, a congenital absence of the entire tongue. Despite associated jaw anomalies and a typically high mortality rate, the patient achieved functional oral capabilities.

Area of Science:

  • Medicine
  • Genetics
  • Developmental Biology

Background:

  • Aglossia is a rare congenital disorder characterized by the complete absence of the tongue.
  • It is often associated with significant craniofacial and jaw abnormalities.
  • The condition carries a high mortality rate due to associated complications.

Observation:

  • A case study of a 30-year-old male patient with aglossia is presented.
  • The patient exhibited developmental anomalies affecting both the maxilla and mandible.
  • Despite the severe condition, the patient demonstrated remarkable adaptation.

Findings:

  • The patient successfully managed oral functions with minimal functional impairment.
  • This case highlights the potential for adaptation and functional compensation in individuals with aglossia.

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  • The absence of the tongue did not preclude basic oral functions in this specific instance.

    • Implications:

    • This case expands the understanding of the phenotypic variability and adaptive potential in aglossia.
    • It suggests that with appropriate management, individuals with aglossia may achieve a reasonable quality of life.
    • Further research into compensatory mechanisms for oral function in congenital tongue absence is warranted.