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Calcification following tongue necrosis induced by vasopressor use in a nonintubated patient with septic shock: a case report.

So-Yun KimSoo-Ho KimHyun Seok LeeSong I Lee
Published in: Journal of medical case reports (2024)
Tongue necrosis remains a rare finding, and its occurrence as a complication of vasopressor use is even rarer. Therefore, even with relatively short courses of vasopressors in the intensive care unit, daily visualization of the tongue to check for discoloration, along with daily inspection and pulse checks of the limbs, can help identify vasospasms. These measures allow for prompt intervention, minimizing permanent damage and shortening the recovery time.
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