Hypoglossal nerve palsy after tooth extraction.
A rare complication involving hypoglossal nerve paralysis after extraction of third molars is reported. The possible pathophysiology of the condition is discussed. The paralysis was temporary and resolved within one week of surgery.
Stankiewicz
J A
JA
Department of Otolaryngology, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL 60153.
Pazevic
J P
JP
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007002:Hypoglossal Nerve / Q000503:physiopathology; D008964:Molar, Third / Q000601:surgery*; D010243:Paralysis / Q000209:etiology*; D014081:Tooth Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects*; D014095:Tooth, Impacted / Q000601:surgery*