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glossoptosis [glos′optō′sis] Etymology: Gk, glossa + ptosis, falling the retraction or downward displacement of the tongue. glossoptosis, n a downward displacement of the tongue; a severe displacement may occlude the airway. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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On physical examination, micrognathia and upper airway obstruction caused by glossoptosis were noted. [4] Epois proposed that the imbalance of the muscular insertion of the tongue on the mandible is responsible for the micrognathia, tongue elevation, and glossoptosis in these patients. |
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