Ludwig's angina as a complication of ameloblastoma of the mandible.
1984
T Tsuji, and
M Shimono, and
G Yamane, and
H Noma
UI
MeSH Term
Description
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D008158
Ludwig's Angina
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.
Submandibular Space Infection,Angina, Ludwig's,Ludwig Angina,Ludwigs Angina,Submandibular Space Infections
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000564
Ameloblastoma
An immature epithelial tumor of the JAW originating from the epithelial rests of Malassez or from other epithelial remnants of the ENAMEL from the developmental period. It is a slowly growing tumor, usually benign, but displays a marked propensity for invasive growth.