Lymphovenous malformation of tongue: airway challenge
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Lymphovenous malformations are sequestrations of developing lymphatic system, located in head and neck in most cases. Involvement of the tongue poses an airway challenge. We present a case of lymphovenous malformation of tongue in a ten year old child with speech and breathing difficulties. This report illustrates the specific difficulties encountered and its perioperative management with meticulous planning using multidisciplinary approach.
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