Trigeminal trophic syndrome.
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چکیده
Two cases of ulceration of the face following surgical sensory denervation are described. Both patients presented to a geriatric unit because of problems associated with mental impairment. There are relatively few reports of similar ulcers. A review of the literature suggests that mental impairment is an important aetiological factor.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Postgraduate medical journal
دوره 61 715 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1985