title: False aneurysm of the lingual artery.
abstract: A case of false aneurysm of the lingual artery is presented. Although the clinical findings and history suggested an abscess, either preoperative aspiration or arteriographic studies might have permitted more definitive care during the patient's third hospitalization.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000783:Aneurysm / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D001158:Arteries / Q000293:injuries; D005151:Facial Injuries / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D014059:Tongue / Q000098:blood supply*