title: Parapharangeal edema: an uncommon complication of TMJ arthroscopy.
abstract: Ohnishi in 1975 first described temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthroscopy. Along with its extensive use, a range of complications has emerged. We describe a patient who experienced parapharyngeal swelling after undergoing arthroscopy. Prolonged intubation up to 1 hour postoperatively was required. The swelling resolved completely over 6 h without further intervention.
authors.affiliation: Northwick Park Hospital London HA1 3UJ, UK.
authors.forename: Karim
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Kassam
authors.affiliation: Northwick Park Hospital London HA1 3UJ, UK.
authors.forename: Ryan
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Cheong
authors.affiliation: Northwick Park Hospital London HA1 3UJ, UK.
authors.forename: Luke
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Cascarini
keywords: Edema; TMJ arthroscopy; fascial spaces; intubation; parapharyngeal