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[Giant tongue leading to dysphagia in light chain amyloidosis patient].

Juan José Gómez-PiñaDulce Mariana QuirozAmairani Sierra-HernándezSergio Alberto Mendoza-ÁlvarezOlga Lidia Vera-Lastra
Published in: Revista medica del Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social (2023)
The approach of patients with macroglossia is complex due to the diagnostic possibilities, from endocrinological causes, neoplastic, and even by deposit; Being an isolated sign in a patient is a challenge in its approach, because the involvement of the airway is the main complication to avoid in these patients.
Keyphrases
  • end stage renal disease
  • case report
  • chronic kidney disease
  • ejection fraction
  • newly diagnosed
  • prognostic factors
  • patient reported