["Under pressure": massive tongue swelling after cardiac arrest].
2018
C Adler, and
R Stangl, and
H Reuter, and
G Michels
Klinik III für Innere Medizin, Herzzentrum der Universität zu Köln, Kerpener Str. 62, 50937, Köln, Deutschland. christoph.adler@uk-koeln.de.
UI
MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D004487
Edema
Abnormal fluid accumulation in TISSUES or body cavities. Most cases of edema are present under the SKIN in SUBCUTANEOUS TISSUE.
Dropsy,Hydrops,Anasarca
D006323
Heart Arrest
Cessation of heart beat or MYOCARDIAL CONTRACTION. If it is treated within a few minutes, heart arrest can be reversed in most cases to normal cardiac rhythm and effective circulation.
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D014059
Tongue
A muscular organ in the mouth that is covered with pink tissue called mucosa, tiny bumps called papillae, and thousands of taste buds. The tongue is anchored to the mouth and is vital for chewing, swallowing, and for speech.