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Preferred term

Ludwig's Angina  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Severe cellulitis of the submaxillary space with secondary involvement of the perimandibular spaces. It usually results from infection in the lower molar area or from an infection following a penetrating injury to the MOUTH FLOOR.

Entry terms

  • Submandibular Space Infection

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URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-Z09F2J0T-S

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